Application Guide
How to Apply for Staff Attorney
at Florida Health Justice Project
🏢 About Florida Health Justice Project
Florida Health Justice Project is a statewide nonprofit uniquely focused on advancing health equity for underserved communities in Florida. Unlike larger organizations, it offers the chance to make a tangible impact through direct legal representation, community education, and policy reform. Working here means being part of a dedicated team committed to justice for vulnerable populations.
About This Role
As a Staff Attorney, you will directly represent clients in healthcare-related cases, such as Medicaid and Medicare eligibility disputes, ensuring they receive the benefits they deserve. This role is impactful because you'll be fighting for health justice for Floridians who often have no other advocate, while also developing resources that empower communities.
💡 A Day in the Life
A typical day might start with reviewing case files and responding to client emails. You could spend the morning conducting legal research on a Medicaid denial case, then draft a hearing brief. Afternoon might involve a client meeting via video call, followed by updating case files in Legal Server and preparing a community education fact sheet.
🚀 Application Tools
🎯 Who Florida Health Justice Project Is Looking For
- A passionate advocate with a JD from an ABA-accredited law school and active or pending Florida Bar membership.
- Excellent legal research and writing skills, with proficiency in Westlaw and ability to draft complex legal documents.
- Strong organizational skills and experience managing case files, preferably with Legal Server or similar software.
- Cultural competency and sensitivity to work with diverse populations, including low-income and marginalized communities.
📝 Tips for Applying to Florida Health Justice Project
Highlight any experience with Medicaid, Medicare, or health insurance law, even if from internships or clinics.
Emphasize your commitment to social justice and health equity in your cover letter and resume.
Mention specific legal research or writing projects that demonstrate your ability to draft pleadings or briefs.
If you have experience with administrative hearings or state agencies, detail that prominently.
Tailor your resume to include any community outreach or education work, as the role involves developing self-help tools.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your passion for health justice and serving underserved communities in Florida.', 'Specific experience with healthcare law, including Medicaid/Medicare eligibility or administrative hearings.', 'Your ability to work independently and manage a caseload, especially with remote work.', 'Cultural competency and examples of working with diverse populations.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Review recent Florida Health Justice Project reports or news articles to understand their current advocacy areas.
- → Familiarize yourself with Florida's Medicaid program and common eligibility issues.
- → Learn about the organization's policy reform initiatives and how legal work supports them.
- → Check the Florida Bar rules for remote practice if you plan to work fully remote.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't mention health justice or Florida-specific issues.
- Failing to address the Florida Bar membership requirement or timeline.
- Overlooking the need for cultural competency and sensitivity in your application materials.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
Congratulations!
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Good luck with your application to Florida Health Justice Project!