Attorney OR Sr. Attorney - Attorney/Consumer Assistance Program

Attorney OR Senior AttorneyThis position may be filled at either the Attorney or Senior Attorney level.Attorney/Consumer Assistance Program (ACAP) | TallahasseeSalary RangeAttorney: $79,822.39Senior Attorney: $87,804.63With an excellent benefits package including employer paid pension contribution | Employees of The Florida Bar are eligible to apply for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (PSLF).Legal Writing Sample is required with resume (must be in Word or .pdf).Summary function:Reviews written complaints and conducts preliminary investigations of opened complaints. Screens telephone inquiries on the ACAP Hotline for potential assistance.Required minimum education:Juris Doctorate and a Florida Bar Member in Good Standing.Required minimum professional work experience:Attorney: One (1) year of legal experience as an attorney.Senior Attorney: Three (3) years legal experience as an attorney.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Reviews written complaints to determine whether a disciplinary file should be opened. Conducts a preliminary investigation through written communication with the complainant and lawyer. Determines whether there is sufficient evidence to forward the matter to the Branch Office for additional review and/or investigation and possible referral to a grievance committee.Screens telephone inquiries on the ACAP Hotline to determine what action, if any, can be performed by The Florida Bar. Directs certain inquiries or minor complaints to the appropriate Bar committee program and/or public agency.Other duties as assigned.Knowledge:The Rules Regulating The Florida BarLegal terminology and the judicial processThe Florida Bar disciplinary proceduresSkills:Excellent legal and analytical communication, both oral and writtenMS WordInternet ResearchCase managementAbilities:Think logically and effectively problem solveInterpret policies and proceduresOrganize and prioritize workDemonstrate initiative in group projects and individual settingsTactfully manage difficult situationsCommunicate effectively and professionallyConsistently provide an excellent service oriented attitudeOperate well under pressure and in a team atmosphereManage a substantial case load professionallyUse discretion and independent judgmentSit for long periods of timeHear and converse over the telephoneKey/work frequently on a computerLift 5 to 10 lbsPlease notify HR, in advance, if you need reasonable accommodations to participate in the employment process.EOE. This organization participates in E-Verify. Position is open until filled. Exempt position.This position is an in-office position, located in Tallahassee, Florida and is not a remote position.#J-18808-Ljbffr