Senior Attorney

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Florida.

📋 Description

• Acts on behalf of the Florida Commission on Human Relations in civil litigation, administrative matters, and various legal proceedings.

• Drafts legal documents, performs legal research, and offers counsel on legal issues and transactions.

• Evaluates whether statutory violations have taken place in cases reviewed by the agency.

• Assesses investigative reports for their legal adequacy.

• Creates Determinations and other legal documents for assessment and approval.

• Collaborates with investigations managers to enhance work quality and amend investigative reports.

• Advocates for the agency in legal proceedings.

• Addresses inquiries related to legal matters concerning employment discrimination, retaliation, public accommodations, and fair housing.

• Develops and delivers legal training modules.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be admitted to The Florida Bar and maintain good standing.

• A minimum of two (2) years of professional experience in legal practice, legal research, law education, or in administrative or judicial hearings.

• A degree in business administration, public administration, or business management is preferred.

• Preferred experience in employment discrimination law and/or housing discrimination law.

• Preferred experience in drafting and revising complex documents.

• Preferred experience in managing a substantial caseload.

• Preferred experience in preparing proposed final orders.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual and Sick Leave benefits.

• Nine paid holidays along with one Personal Holiday each year.

• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and additional supplemental insurance options.

• Retirement plan options with employer contributions.

• Flexible Spending Accounts.

• Tuition waivers.

• And more!