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Remote guardian ad litem jobs are in active demand across the U.S., with remote-first law firms, nonprofit legal services organizations, and distributed court-appointed advocacy programs all hiring. Employers currently hiring include State of Florida. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Requisition No: 885710
Agency: Justice Administrative Commission
Working Title: GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 2ND CIRCUIT- SENIOR ATTORNEY - 21020016
Pay Plan: Justice Admin Comm.
Position Number: 21020016
Salary: $70,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 11/15/2026
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ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION AND THE OPPORTUNITY
The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida’s award-winning, state-funded child advocacy organization that provides independent legal representation to abused, abandoned and neglected children in Florida’s dependency court proceedings. The Office upholds the highest standards of integrity, excellence and child-centered representation. Guardian ad Litem Attorneys are assigned by the Office to represent children as part of a multi-disciplinary team that includes a child welfare professional and hopefully a community volunteer or pro bono attorney. In addition, dependency judges rely on the Guardian ad Litem to provide them with thorough and accurate information regarding the children under the court’s jurisdiction. More information about the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office can be found at www.guardianadlitem.org.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
As an employee with the State of Florida, your benefits are a significant part of your compensation with 19 percent of your total compensation coming from the benefits that the State offers. Total compensation inclusive of the benefits listed below is valued at a minimum of $93,137.24. Actual total compensation will vary based on insurance and retirement elections.
As a full-time employee, your insurance rate will be significantly low due to the contribution of the State of Florida. In fact, single coverage is as low as $8.34 per month with family coverage costing only $30 per month. While the rates are higher for half-time employees, health insurance options are still available to you as long as you are in a salaried position.
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS:
- State of Florida Retirement package – Pension or investment plan (3% employee contribution required)
- (9) Paid state holidays
- (1) Paid personal holiday
- (13) Paid sick leave days
- (176) Annual leave hours
- Life insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions. Employee may purchase additional coverage
- Additional supplemental insurances are available such as dental, vision, disability, etc.
- Florida Bar annual dues are paid for by the Agency, contingent upon agency approval
- Public Loan Forgiveness Program
- No State of Florida income tax for residents of Florida
- No mandatory night/weekend/holiday scheduled shifts
- State Tuition Waiver Program
- Introductory training on guardianship practice, dependency law and practice fundamentals as well as best practice guidance for attorneys communicating with and representing children.
- Ongoing live in-person trainings and webinars on case law, evidence, legal writing, trial skills, and ethics which fulfills CLE requirements. Annual advanced litigation skills training.
- Online training academy with a catalog of introductory and advanced courses on topics to include dependency law, child abuse and neglect, substance abuse, psychotropic medications, independent living, developmental disabilities, trauma, human trafficking, educational advocacy, and more.
- Lexis Nexis legal research search engine access.
- This position has the ability to be flexible for a remote work schedule after successful onboarding.
- Work is performed under the supervision of the Managing Attorney or his or her designee.
- Guardian ad Litem Attorneys are assigned by the Office to represent children and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, representing each child with a focus on timely achievement of permanency and normalcy for the child.
- The work involves contact with people in stressful situations, and the incumbent must exercise discretion in dealing with confidential and extremely sensitive issues before the court.
- The incumbent reviews case files to identify legal issues, conducts an independent investigation of the facts of the case, researches and develops legal strategies for the cases, files pleadings, and motions, and attends court proceedings including, but not limited to, hearings, depositions, and mediations, and meets with Guardian ad Litem staff, witnesses, collateral contacts pertinent to the case, and the children represented by the Office.
- The Senior Attorney represents, advocates, and negotiates for the assigned children inside and outside the courtroom. Senior Attorneys assist other Guardian ad Litem Attorneys in developing and implementing case strategies. The incumbent also performs other duties assigned by management.
- Incumbents in this class report directly to the Managing Attorney of their assigned Circuit for all activities related to the practice of law; and also works under the operational and administrative supervision of the Circuit Director.
- Possession of legal skills and knowledge sufficient to represent the children appointed to the Office as evidenced by admission to The Florida Bar. Ability to advocate effectively in court on behalf of the child.
- Knowledge of juvenile law, including relevant rules of procedure and evidence, and guardian ad litem legal representation for children.
- Ability to communicate effectively and deal tactfully with individuals involved in litigation and stressful situations. Ability to work with individuals from culturally and economically diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to utilize a personal computer, including software programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- A valid Florida Driver’s License is required.
- Graduation from an accredited law school, membership in the Florida Bar and two years of experience in the practice of dependency or related law. Candidates may be considered pending admission to The Florida Bar if granted by the Executive Director or his designee. Strong trial skills preferred.
- An exception for the required experience may be granted by the Executive Director or their designee
- Click on the “Career Opportunities” icon.
- Scroll down to the link, “Submit Your Guardian ad Litem Employment Application Here.”
- Complete the “mini” job application and attach your current resume.
- Select LEON COUNTY for the job location
- Email your mini application and resume directly to C2.Apps@gal.fl.gov
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at 1-844-377-1888 on how your current benefits may be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee
Requisition No: 885710
Agency: Justice Administrative Commission
Working Title: GUARDIAN AD LITEM OFFICE, 2ND CIRCUIT- SENIOR ATTORNEY - 21020016
Pay Plan: Justice Admin Comm.
Position Number: 21020016
Salary: $70,000.00
Posting Closing Date: 11/15/2026
Total Compensation Estimator Tool
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION AND THE OPPORTUNITY
The Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office is Florida’s award-winning, state-funded child advocacy organization that provides independent legal representation to abused, abandoned and neglected children in Florida’s dependency court proceedings. The Office upholds the highest standards of integrity, excellence and child-centered representation. Guardian ad Litem Attorneys are assigned by the Office to represent children as part of a multi-disciplinary team that includes a child welfare professional and hopefully a community volunteer or pro bono attorney. In addition, dependency judges rely on the Guardian ad Litem to provide them with thorough and accurate information regarding the children under the court’s jurisdiction. More information about the Statewide Guardian ad Litem Office can be found at www.guardianadlitem.org.
BENEFITS PACKAGE
As an employee with the State of Florida, your benefits are a significant part of your compensation with 19 percent of your total compensation coming from the benefits that the State offers. Total compensation inclusive of the benefits listed below is valued at a minimum of $93,137.24. Actual total compensation will vary based on insurance and retirement elections.
As a full-time employee, your insurance rate will be significantly low due to the contribution of the State of Florida. In fact, single coverage is as low as $8.34 per month with family coverage costing only $30 per month. While the rates are higher for half-time employees, health insurance options are still available to you as long as you are in a salaried position.
EMPLOYMENT BENEFITS:
- State of Florida Retirement package – Pension or investment plan (3% employee contribution required)
- (9) Paid state holidays
- (1) Paid personal holiday
- (13) Paid sick leave days
- (176) Annual leave hours
- Life insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions. Employee may purchase additional coverage
- Additional supplemental insurances are available such as dental, vision, disability, etc.
- Florida Bar annual dues are paid for by the Agency, contingent upon agency approval
- Public Loan Forgiveness Program
- No State of Florida income tax for residents of Florida
- No mandatory night/weekend/holiday scheduled shifts
- State Tuition Waiver Program
- Introductory training on guardianship practice, dependency law and practice fundamentals as well as best practice guidance for attorneys communicating with and representing children.
- Ongoing live in-person trainings and webinars on case law, evidence, legal writing, trial skills, and ethics which fulfills CLE requirements. Annual advanced litigation skills training.
- Online training academy with a catalog of introductory and advanced courses on topics to include dependency law, child abuse and neglect, substance abuse, psychotropic medications, independent living, developmental disabilities, trauma, human trafficking, educational advocacy, and more.
- Lexis Nexis legal research search engine access.
- This position has the ability to be flexible for a remote work schedule after successful onboarding.
- Work is performed under the supervision of the Managing Attorney or his or her designee.
- Guardian ad Litem Attorneys are assigned by the Office to represent children and work as part of a multi-disciplinary team, representing each child with a focus on timely achievement of permanency and normalcy for the child.
- The work involves contact with people in stressful situations, and the incumbent must exercise discretion in dealing with confidential and extremely sensitive issues before the court.
- The incumbent reviews case files to identify legal issues, conducts an independent investigation of the facts of the case, researches and develops legal strategies for the cases, files pleadings, and motions, and attends court proceedings including, but not limited to, hearings, depositions, and mediations, and meets with Guardian ad Litem staff, witnesses, collateral contacts pertinent to the case, and the children represented by the Office.
- The Senior Attorney represents, advocates, and negotiates for the assigned children inside and outside the courtroom. Senior Attorneys assist other Guardian ad Litem Attorneys in developing and implementing case strategies. The incumbent also performs other duties assigned by management.
- Incumbents in this class report directly to the Managing Attorney of their assigned Circuit for all activities related to the practice of law; and also works under the operational and administrative supervision of the Circuit Director.
- Possession of legal skills and knowledge sufficient to represent the children appointed to the Office as evidenced by admission to The Florida Bar. Ability to advocate effectively in court on behalf of the child.
- Knowledge of juvenile law, including relevant rules of procedure and evidence, and guardian ad litem legal representation for children.
- Ability to communicate effectively and deal tactfully with individuals involved in litigation and stressful situations. Ability to work with individuals from culturally and economically diverse backgrounds.
- Ability to utilize a personal computer, including software programs such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- A valid Florida Driver’s License is required.
- Graduation from an accredited law school, membership in the Florida Bar and two years of experience in the practice of dependency or related law. Candidates may be considered pending admission to The Florida Bar if granted by the Executive Director or his designee. Strong trial skills preferred.
- An exception for the required experience may be granted by the Executive Director or their designee
- Click on the “Career Opportunities” icon.
- Scroll down to the link, “Submit Your Guardian ad Litem Employment Application Here.”
- Complete the “mini” job application and attach your current resume.
- Select LEON COUNTY for the job location
- Email your mini application and resume directly to C2.Apps@gal.fl.gov
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS), please check with the FRS at 1-844-377-1888 on how your current benefits may be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Your current retirement benefits may be canceled, suspended, or deemed ineligible depending upon the date of your retirement.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote guardian ad litem jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, law, or a related human services field
- Current CASA or state-approved guardian ad litem certification
- Experience conducting home visits, interviews, and best-interest assessments
- Familiarity with family court procedures and child welfare statutes in the hiring state
- Proficiency with case management software and court documentation systems
- Cleared background check including criminal history and child abuse registry review
Tips for Your Remote Guardian Ad Litem Job Search
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote guardian ad litem openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your background and apply directly. Remote postings in this field fill quickly, so checking listings regularly and applying as soon as a good fit appears puts you ahead.
Build a portfolio of written court reports
Remote employers can't observe you in a courtroom, so your writing does the work. Collect anonymized samples of case summaries, court reports, or advocacy documentation that show your ability to organize findings and communicate clearly. Strong written samples are the fastest way to prove remote readiness.
Show your async communication tools and habits
Remote guardian ad litem teams coordinate through email, case management software, and video conferencing platforms. Mention the specific tools you've used, whether that's a legal case management system, secure messaging platform, or document-sharing setup, so hiring teams see you can function in a distributed environment from day one.
Target organizations with multi-jurisdiction caseloads
Nonprofits and advocacy programs that serve families across multiple counties or states are the most consistent remote employers for this role. Searching by organization type rather than location helps you find openings from distributed teams that have already built the infrastructure to support guardian ad litems working off-site.
Remote Guardian Ad Litem Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote guardian ad litem job?
Remote guardian ad litem roles go to candidates who can demonstrate strong independent case management and clear written communication without in-person oversight. Remote employers in this field prioritize experience documenting case histories, conducting virtual interviews with children and families, and writing thorough court reports. Highlighting your ability to manage a caseload autonomously and communicate findings in writing gives you a clear edge over candidates without remote-ready skills.
Which companies hire remote guardian ad litems?
Employers currently hiring remote guardian ad litems include State of Florida, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote roles in this field tend to come from distributed legal services nonprofits, remote-first court advocacy programs, and child welfare organizations that operate across multiple jurisdictions.
Can you get a remote guardian ad litem job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level guardian ad litem roles are harder to land because you must demonstrate you can manage sensitive cases independently from day one. Nonprofits and legal aid organizations are the most likely to hire entry-level candidates remotely. Showing completed training programs, volunteer advocacy experience, or strong written communication samples can open doors when formal case experience is limited.
Do you need a degree for remote guardian ad litem jobs?
Not always, though many remote employers prefer candidates with a background in social work, law, psychology, or a related field. What remote hiring teams weigh heavily is demonstrated case documentation ability, familiarity with child welfare systems, and the written communication skills needed to produce court reports without direct supervision. Relevant certifications and guardian ad litem training programs can substitute for a four-year degree in many programs.
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