POSITION TITLE:

Law Clerk

Previous applicants will be considered and need not re-apply

SALARY:

$3,796.34 (Monthly)

$3,416.74 (Monthly - Applicants who have not yet passed the Florida Bar)

Position is hired at the minimum.

EDUCATION:

Graduation from an accredited law school.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND

ABILITIES:

Knowledge of legal principles, statutory and case law, court rules and procedures.  Legal research skills.  Comprehensive knowledge of legal publications and the ability to use them effectively.  Ability to reason logically and analytically. The ability to grasp, comprehend, and analyze complex legal issues and complicated factual matters.  Ability to perform exacting work, attentive to details.  Ability to cut through and discern legal issues in matters before the court. Exceptional reading skills.  Ability to digest and communicate ideas and concepts orally and in writing. Thorough knowledge of the English language. Ability to exercise discretion, confidentiality, impartiality, and honesty in handling matters before the court.  Ability to work effectively with others. 

Primary selection criteria: Class rank; law review or comparable; writing and research experience

HOW TO APPLY:

Submit a current State of Florida application, resume, copy of transcripts (law school and undergraduate), references, and a writing sample to:

                        Pamela C. Wild, Deputy Marshal

                        300 South Beach Street

                        Daytona Beach, Florida 32114

Transcripts do not have to be original copies.  We do not accept application packages by email or FAX.  State of Florida applications are available at the Fifth District Court of Appeal, or by accessing the web site:  http://www.5dca.org

CLOSING DATE:

Open Until Filled