Assistant Public Defender — Start in FL with Training

State-of-Florida; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Florida Retirement System

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition waiver

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Public Defender's Office, 20th Circuit, seeking an Assistant Public Defender in Fort Myers, FL. Requires a Juris Doctorate and Florida Bar eligibility. The role focuses on representing indigent clients, managing cases, and working with investigators and staff in a dynamic circuit.

Starting salary ranges from $74,000 to $77,000 depending on experience. The agency offers extensive training, professional development, and opportunities across multiple counties within the 20th Judicial Circuit.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate required.
• Florida Bar license required or eligibility with admission anticipated.
• Ability to communicate effectively and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Accepting, researching, and preparing each case efficiently and expeditiously.
• Advise clients on plea offers, rights, and options.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients, families, witnesses, and court personnel.
• Communicate clearly with clients and staff; use correct English.
• Travel to locations throughout the circuit for assignments and training.

Skills

Communication

Professionalism

Judgment

Organization

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Public Defender's Office, 20th Circuit, seeking an Assistant Public Defender in Fort Myers, FL. Requires a Juris Doctorate and Florida Bar eligibility. The role focuses on representing indigent clients, managing cases, and working with investigators and staff in a dynamic circuit.

Starting salary ranges from $74,000 to $77,000 depending on experience. The agency offers extensive training, professional development, and opportunities across multiple counties within the 20th Judicial Circuit.