State of Florida · 3 months ago
MAGISTRATE - 22010631
West Palm Beach, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$108K/yr - $184K/yr
5+ years expThe State of Florida is seeking a Magistrate to handle professional legal work within the State Courts System. The role involves reviewing motions, conducting hearings, and making legal recommendations based on evidence and testimony, particularly in family and juvenile law.
Government Administration
No H1B
Responsibilities
Review judge’s orders of referral and conducts legal research in preparation for hearing family law cases
Schedule cases and conducts hearings in compliance with applicable regulations and laws
Gathers data in the form of documentary evidence and testimony
Review proposed orders, and reports and recommendations submitted by attorneys and considers related research and information presented at hearings to make case determination; in the form of recommended orders and reports to the courts
Takes and evaluates evidence and testimony from witnesses and technical experts and uses that in making legal factual recommendations
Makes ruling on pre-trial and post judgement motions including but not limited to discovery, dismissal and motions for relief, clarification and re-hearings
Qualification
Required
Graduate from an accredited law school
Membership in good standing in the Florida Bar
Five years of experience in the practice of law including at least one year of experience in family law
Knowledge of and ability to interpret and apply Florida statutes, case law and Florida rules of Court
Knowledge of the rules of evidence and the ability to take evidence
Ability to work with litigants who are in stressful situations
Possess a professional, collaborative, and upbeat approach to their work and leadership style
Effective communication and interpersonal skills, both verbal and written
Ability to prioritize and work under tight deadlines
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Attention to detail and advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and JVS or other case management system
Demonstrated ability to interact with a diverse set of people in an open and professional manner
Company
State of Florida
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