Senior Attorney - Attorney/Consumer Assistance Program (ACAP) jobs in United States
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The Florida Bar ยท 2 months ago

Senior Attorney - Attorney/Consumer Assistance Program (ACAP)

The Florida Bar is seeking a Senior Attorney for their Attorney/Consumer Assistance Program (ACAP) in Tallahassee. The role involves reviewing written complaints, conducting preliminary investigations, and screening telephone inquiries on the ACAP Hotline for potential assistance.

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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

Qualification

Juris DoctorateFlorida Bar MemberLegal experienceLegal writingMS WordInternet ResearchCase managementAnalytical communication

Required

Juris Doctorate and a Florida Bar Member in Good Standing
Three (3) years legal experience as an attorney
Legal Writing Sample is required with resume (must be in Word or .pdf)
The Rules Regulating The Florida Bar
Legal terminology and the judicial process
The Florida Bar disciplinary procedures
Excellent legal and analytical communication, both oral and written
MS Word
Internet Research
Case management
Think logically and effectively problem solve
Interpret policies and procedures
Organize and prioritize work
Demonstrate initiative in group projects and individual settings
Tactfully manage difficult situations
Communicate effectively and professionally
Consistently provide an excellent service oriented attitude
Operate well under pressure and in a team atmosphere
Manage a substantial case load professionally
Use discretion and independent judgment
Sit for long periods of time
Hear and converse over the telephone
Key/work frequently on a computer
Lift 5 to 10 lbs

Benefits

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)

Company

The Florida Bar

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A statewide professional organization of lawyers serving as an in-depth resource for the integrity of the legal profession

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage

Leadership Team

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Richard Ramsay
Chief Information Officer
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