SENIOR ATTORNEY - 60074228

MyFlorida • Deland, FL • 58min ago

Date: Nov 20, 2025

The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\operations/human\resource\management/for\job\applicants/e\verify) .

Requisition No: 865637

Agency: Children and Families

Working Title: SENIOR ATTORNEY - 60074228

Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 60074228

Salary: $69,000

Posting Closing Date: 12/19/2025

Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/)

Children's Legal Services

Department of Children and Families

DeLand, FL

Open Competitive

Entry level attorneys encouraged to apply!

What you will do:

MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF CHILDREN!

Children's Legal Services attorneys advocate for the safety, well-being, and permanency of Florida's abused, abandoned, and neglected children. With a team of more than 300 attorneys, CLS is the leader in the courtroom at each stage of a Chapter 39 proceeding.

A CLS attorney has primary responsibility for multiple cases and must ensure Florida and federal legal requirements are met to secure permanent and safe homes for dependent children. A CLS attorney collaborates with investigators and case managers to gather the evidence necessary to support the legal action that is appropriate for each child and prepares those partners to serve as witnesses at trial. CLS attorneys advocate for children by employing best practice litigation techniques so that our pleadings and trial presentations lead the nation in dependency advocacy.

Qualifications:

Law Degree

Minimum of 2 years bar admission (for senior attorney candidates)

Training Provided:

Multi-week onboarding program created by a CLS-dedicated Statewide Training Team

Quarterly intensive multi-day New Attorney Training focusing on practical skills and litigation tactics

Annual multi-day Advanced Litigation Academy that coaches new and experienced attorneys on high-level evidence techniques, expert witness challenges, and advocacy through technology

Fulfillment of all CLE requirements through webinars and live trainings on topics including case law updates, statutory changes, courtroom skills, evidence, ethics, and legal writing

Benefits for Working for the State of Florida:

Florida Bar annual dues are paid for by the Department, contingent upon agency approval

Public Loan Forgiveness Program

No state income tax for residents of Florida

On each anniversary date, you will be accredited 176 hours of annual leave and 104 hours of sick leave

Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year

State Group Insurance coverage options (health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options)

Retirement plan options, including employer contributions

Flexible Spending Accounts

Tuition waivers

And more!

Compensation:

For a full-time permanent appointment, the annual base salary for a senior attorney is $69,000 and total compensation inclusive of the benefits listed above is valued at a minimum of $95,318. Actual total compensation will vary based on insurance and retirement elections.

For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com.

How to Apply:

To apply, please submit an online application that includes a cover letter and a resume that demonstrates your qualifications. You may be requested to subsequently provide a writing sample, law school transcripts, and references to assist the committee.

Growth Opportunities:

We have several ways you can grow as an attorney with CLS. There are pathways for promotion for those who want to be leaders in the courtroom and for those who would rather be leaders in the office. To open the door for growth, CLS invites all of its team members to participate on special projects that create strategies for better outcomes for children.

Come grow with us today!

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

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.

Location:

DELAND, FL, US, 32720

Nearest Major Market:Daytona Beach

Similar Jobs

Trial Court Staff Attorney

MyFlorida • Sanford, FL • 2d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Trial Court Staff Attorney Date: Nov 18, 2025 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website ( http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\operations/human\resource\mana...

2d ago

Go to Apply

SUPERVISING TRIAL COURT STAFF ATTORNEY - 22008178

MyFlorida • Sanford, FL • 2d ago

Legal & Paralegal

SUPERVISING TRIAL COURT STAFF ATTORNEY - 22008178 Date: Nov 18, 2025 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website ( http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\operati...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Senior Staff Attorney Insurance Defense

The Hartford • Lake Mary, FL • 2d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Sr Staff Attorney - LM07DE We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to achieve your goals -...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

UPS • Longwood, FL • 2d ago

Legal & Paralegal

Before you apply to a job, select your language preference from the options available at the top right of this page. Explore your next opportunity at a Fortune Global 500 organization. Envision innovative possibilities,...

2d ago

Go to Apply

Office of General Counsel - Legal Assistant - Litigation

Deloitte • Lake Mary, FL • 1w ago

Legal & Paralegal

Deloitte is seeking a Legal Assistant to join its Office of General Counsel ("OGC"). The hired individual will support litigation attorneys and accountants across various paralegal focused assignments and projects. The r...

1w ago

Go to Apply

Office of General Counsel - Senior Litigation Specialist

Deloitte • Lake Mary, FL • 1w ago

Legal & Paralegal

Deloitte is seeking a Senior Litigation Specialist to join its Office of General Counsel ("OGC"). The hired individual will support litigation attorneys and accountants across various paralegal focused assignments and pr...

1w ago

Go to Apply

Legal Secretary

Kemper • Lake Mary, FL • 2w ago

Legal & Paralegal

Location(s) Lake Mary, Florida, Orlando, Florida, Remote-FL Details Kemper is one of the nation's leading specialized insurers. Our success is a direct reflection of the talented and diverse people who make a positive di...

2w ago

Go to Apply

PARALEGAL SPECIALIST - 60071807

MyFlorida • Sanford, FL • 2w ago

Legal & Paralegal

PARALEGAL SPECIALIST - 60071807 Date: Nov 5, 2025 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website ( http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\operations/human\resource\...

2w ago

Go to Apply

PARALEGAL SPECIALIST OPS - 60934103

MyFlorida • Orange City, FL • 2w ago

Legal & Paralegal

PARALEGAL SPECIALIST OPS - 60934103 Date: Nov 5, 2025 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website ( http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\operations/human\resou...

2w ago

Go to Apply

GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 7TH CIRCUIT- SENIOR ATTORNEY- 21016017

MyFlorida • South Daytona, FL • 2w ago

Legal & Paralegal

GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 7TH CIRCUIT- SENIOR ATTORNEY- 21016017 Date: Oct 31, 2025 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website ( http://www.dms.myflorida.com/wo...

2w ago

Go to Apply

Subscribe to get new jobs sent directly to you
(no charge, cancel anytime)

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.