Magistrate (Family/Guardianship) at Administrative Office of the Courts for the 20th Judicial Circuit
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Magistrate (Family/Guardianship)
Administrative Office of the Courts for the 20th Judicial Circuit
This professional and responsible quasi-judicial position is assigned to Family Court and Guardianship. The Magistrate will perform a variety of duties including deciding the merits of a case, hearing and evaluating evidence, analyzing laws and rules, making findings of fact and conclusions of law, and issuing oral or written decisions to resolve cases. The position requires legal conduct appropriate to the Florida Rules of Judicial Administration and research activities at the trial court level in matters referred by the Family and Civil Judges. The Magistrate serves as an integral member of the 20th Judicial Circuit Court's case management team and uses differentiated case management techniques and time standards to guide family court cases to early resolution and disposition.
Responsibilities
Schedule and conduct hearings and trials in matters referred by the Judge, including civil court matters, Baker Act and Marchman Act proceedings
Administer oaths and evaluate evidence
Manage court proceedings and dockets to timely progress cases
Prepare reports, draft orders, review briefs and research substantive and procedural issues
Research the application and interpretation of the Florida Rules of Court and Rules of Judicial Administration
Perform research on particular questions of law as presented by judges sitting in the civil and/or family division of the court
Research and track legislation applicable to civil/family court
Conduct legal research and provide case recommendations and conclusion of law
Prepare Magistrate reports that include findings of fact, recommendations and conclusions of law
Interpret and make judgments on legal issues
Type, format and prepare court reports
Work closely with case management teams to manage the progress of cases
Conduct conferences and status review hearings
Utilize differentiated case management techniques
Review and monitor the court caseload to determine appropriate case paths
Attend meetings, training, and educational seminars as required
Compile statistical information and prepare reports
Requirements
Knowledge of general legal principles, statutes, case law, court rules, and procedures
Knowledge of legal publications and legal research tools and the ability to use them efficiently
Knowledge of legal principles, statutory and case law, court rules and procedures
Knowledge of differentiated case management principles and techniques
Knowledge of the Code of Judicial Conduct
Knowledge of the Florida State Courts System
Manual legal research skills
Computerized legal research skills, including Westlaw and/or Lexis-Nexis
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Legal writing and drafting skills
Ability to reason logically and analytically
Ability to grasp, comprehend, and analyze complex legal issues and complicated factual details
Ability to effectively conduct hearings and trials
Ability to type and prepare reports
Ability to exercise discretion, confidentiality, impartiality, and honesty in handling matters before the court
Ability to communicate ideas and concepts effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to work effectively with others
Ability to conduct legal research manually and via the Internet
Ability to efficiently operate and utilize various computer software programs including but not limited to Microsoft Word and Outlook
Ability to perform exacting work, attentive to issues in matters before the court
Ability to effectively and respectfully handle highly emotional people
Ability to digest and communicate ideas and concepts orally and in writing
Ability to maintain organization and meet deadlines
Ability to travel the county and circuit wide to conduct hearings and assist the judiciary, as needed
Ability to attend meetings, training educational seminars as required
Juris doctorate degree from an accredited law school
Five years of experience in the practice of law
One year of family law experience required
Must be a member in good standing with the Florida Bar
A valid Class "E" Florida Driver's License with an acceptable driving record is required
Nice to have:
Two or more years of family law experience
Prior judicial/quasi-judicial experience
Benefits
Great working environment
Growth and Development Opportunities
Competitive Benefits Package
Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick)
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Qualifying Employer
Tuition Assistance
Paid Holidays
Retirement Plan Options
457 Deferred Compensation Plans
Important Details
A full-time Magistrate cannot have a law practice while employed with the Administrative Office of the Courts
Part-time or on-call Magistrate positions cannot maintain a law practice in the same area of law in which they perform Magistrate functions or in any area of law which would create any appearance of impropriety or any potential conflict of interest
About the Company
The Administrative Office of the Courts for the 20th Judicial Circuit is the employer for this position.