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Requisition No: 879640
Agency: State Courts System
Working Title: DISTRICT COURT STAFF ATTORNEY - 22006294
Pay Plan: State Courts System
Position Number: 22006294
Salary: $69,238.80-$88,324.08
Posting Closing Date: 10/16/2026
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The primary function of Appellate Staff Attorneys is to assist judges in the disposition of legal issues. The Appellate Staff Attorney position is an excellent entry level position allowing attorneys (especially graduating 3Ls and recent law school graduates) to become familiar with appellate state court practices and procedures by working with appellate judges, central staff attorneys, and the Clerk. Appellate Staff Attorneys have the opportunity to obtain broad exposure to a variety of legal subject areas; strengthen research, writing, and oral communication skills; gain in-depth insight into the process of judicial decision-making; interact with, and learn from, seasoned court staff; attend judicial proceedings, periodic in-house "lunch & learns," and trainings and become involved with the legal community and bar associations in Miami-Dade County.
This professional and highly responsible position requires exceptional legal research and writing skills. Equally important are knowledge of statutory and case law, court rules and procedures, electronic research capability, and the ability to identify legal issues and communicate orally and in writing.
Work will be performed in-person/on-site at the courthouse.
Qualifications
• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Member of the Florida Bar in good standing at the time of hire or within one year after hire.
• Strong academic record.
• Excellent research, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Law review/journal membership, moot court participation, court system / teaching / research work experience, or commitment to public service preferred.
Salary:
Starting annual salary is commensurate with years of experience in the practice of law after obtaining JD degree:
0-2 yrs.: $ 69,238.80
2-5 yrs.: $ 78,519.84
5+ yrs.: $ 88,324.08
(*) We offer a complete benefits package including health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, short-term and
long-term disability, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave. We also offer participation in the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program, Tuition Waiver (public colleges and universities)
and Employee Assistance Program.
How to apply:
Submit a cover letter, resume, law school transcript, at least one writing sample, and a completed State of Florida Employment application to:
Honorable Thomas J. Rebull
Third District Court of Appeal
2001 SW 117th Avenue, Miami, Florida 33175
Email: 3dcahr@flcourts.org
THE POSITION IS SUBJECT TO A SUCCESSFUL COMPLETION OF A BACKGROUND SCREENING.
THE THIRD DISTRICT COURT OF APPEAL IS A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WE DO NOT DISCRIMINATE ON THE BASIS OF RACE, RELIGION, COLOR, SEX, AGE, NATIONAL ORIGIN, OR DISABILITY.
IF YOU NEED AN ACCOMMODATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE APPLICATION/SELECTION PROCESS, PLEASE CALL THE CONTACT PERSON AT THE NUMBER INDICATED FOR EACH RESPECTIVE POSITION. PERSONS USING A TDD MAY CONCTAT THE FLORIDA RELAY SERVICE AT 711.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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