Associate, Special Districts

JOB SUMMARY Kutak Rock LLP?s Tallahassee office is seeking a lateral associate for its special district practice group. These special districts constitute local units of special purpose government, creating the unique opportunity to practice in many areas of local government law, including such areas as public finance, contracts, public records, and governing board counsel, all in a private practice setting. This dynamic role is ideal for an attorney with experience or interest in developing their knowledge and skills in governmental law and transactional practice while working closely with experienced, nationally recognized partners. Kutak Rock, a U.S. News and World Report rated "Best Companies to Work For: Law Firms," provides associates the opportunity to grow their legal career toward partnership opportunities in a collegial and collaborative environment. QUALIFICATIONS: Skills and Abilities Ability to competently and professionally communicate with clients and supervising attorneys Ability to manage multiple matters and tasks simultaneously and to complete tasks efficiently, effectively, and in a timely manner Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing Ability to learn new substantive legal topics and factual subject matters as needed based on the nature of a matter Ability to work effectively under pressure and to meet deadlines Strong organizational and matter management skills Ability to work professionally and collaboratively with partners, associates, and support staff Ability to work effectively with large working groups as part of a transaction team Ability and willingness to travel QUALIFICATIONS: Education and Experience Must be currently admitted to practice in Florida with an active bar license in good standing or able to be admitted within the first year of employment Experience in drafting and negotiating a wide variety of transaction documentation Position Information Status: Exempt Work Arrangement: Hybrid Benefits Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Dependent Life, Disability, and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance. Flexible Spending Plan. Health Savings Account. Fertility coverage assistance. Adoption and surrogacy financial assistance. Nine Paid Holidays per calendar year. Flexible paid vacation leave. 1 hours of paid sick leave accrued for every 30 hours worked. Paid parental leave. Bereavement, jury duty, military leave. Profit-Sharing and 401(k) Retirement benefits. Discretionary bonuses. Employee Assistance Program. Back-Up Care. Domestic Partner Benefits. Commuting Benefits. Technology Allowance. Some of the foregoing benefits include Employer/Employee cost sharing. Additional Information Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. About the Firm Kutak Rock was formed in 1965 with a commitment to exceptional client service delivered with a collaborative, team-focused approach. Our founding charter commits the firm to ?allow and encourage each individual within it to be a full person,? and we strive to offer an exceptional professional environment, intellectually challenging and engaging work in multiple disciplines, competitive compensation and benefits, opportunities for training and career development. We are a leading national law firm with locations in 19 cities united by our common commitment to our core values of client service; integrity and fairness; innovation; and inclusiveness and diversity. We are dedicated to the maintenance of a respectful, collegial, communicative, and equal opportunity workplace that encourages and rewards innovation and entrepreneurship. We measure our success not just on the basis of our revenues or our profits, but by the satisfaction we deliver for our clients and the health, engagement and loyalty of our people.

Practice Areas & Specialty

Government, Municipal Law