Family Law Staff Attorney; Divorce and Paternity Job Maricamp Florida USA,Law/Legal

Position: Family Law Staff Attorney (Divorce and Paternity)
Location: Maricamp

Overview

Family Law Staff Attorney, Divorce and Paternity

CLS is a full service civil legal aid law firm that promotes equal access to justice, specifically for the most vulnerable individuals in our society. CLS is an Orlando Business Journal’s 2021 Best Places to Work Honoree and Orlando Sentinel’s 2022 Best Workplaces Honoree. CLS offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for upward mobility.

CLS offers:

15 paid holidays and 24 days of paid time off
Excellent physical/mental health, vision, and benefits (with 95% of benefits paid by company)
100% coverage with Dental Benefits, Life Insurance, Long/Short Term Disability
100% 403B match after 1 year of employment (5%)
CLS pays Bar Dues and CLE Credits
Student loan reimbursement for Attorneys
Tuition Reimbursement
Ability to apply for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
Fantastic work-life balance
Various opportunities for upward mobility into leadership/more advanced roles
Pet Insurance
Wellness Committee dedicated to employee morale, with events such as company wide retreats, activities, and challenges

CLS is currently searching for a service-minded, mission-driven individual to fulfill the following position:

Responsibilities

Determine client eligibility for legal services in accordance with program policies and procedures.

Provide legal services to eligible clients and client groups, including identification of legal problems, investigation, advice, negotiation, preparation of pleadings and discovery, and representation before court.

Engage in litigation of family matters with advanced advocacy skills within the entire CLS twelve-county service area.

Demonstrate alignment with CLS core values and the CLS Family Law Unit.

Travel as needed to represent clients and to attend CLS-authorized training, meetings, and outreach events.

Recruit and support private attorneys in CLS’s pro bono programs, including opportunities for co-counseling.

Perform legal research using databases such as Westlaw and Florida Family Law Software.

Advance and maintain an active caseload.

Complete and promptly submit all required reports, including timekeeping and work-related expenses.

Represent CLS to other legal aid organizations, government officials, community partners, and the public.

Develop and maintain strong relationships with local bar associations, bar leaders, legislators, political officials, and community/nonprofit organizations; engage in meetings and collaborations to support resource development.

Provide presentations to the public about CLS’s work and mission.

Collaborate with paralegals, legal assistants, Family Unit attorneys, team leads, managers, and other CLS staff within professionalism standards.

Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Commitment

Demonstrate commitment to promoting the mission, vision, and values of CLS.

Show unwavering dedication to high-quality legal programs, fiscal strength, and organizational integrity.

Ensure appropriate recordkeeping and adherence to federal rules and regulations that apply to LSC-funded programs, as they apply to the position.

Background and Experience

Must be a member in good standing of The Florida Bar.

Family law experience is preferred.

Demonstrate a commitment to understanding and addressing issues of low-income clients.

Ability to adapt quickly to job requirements and to change.

Maintain professional and legal knowledge through continuing education.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, legal research databases, and related software.

Valid Florida driver’s license, use of own automobile, and proof of insurance to travel within and occasionally outside the 12-county service area.

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.

Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.

Starting Salary
: $70,000, with potential increases for experience; plus 10% sign-on bonus of offered salary.

General Statement

CLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse workforce and an inclusive culture at all levels.

CLS does not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant for employment based on age, race, color, creed, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, sex, disability, socio-economic position, religion, political belief, protected genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal or state law.

The statements contained in this job description reflect general details necessary to describe the principal functions of this job and the level of knowledge and skill typically required. It should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned to balance workload and peak periods.

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