Associate Public Defender – Meaningful Indigent Defense

Office of the Public Defender, 20th Judicial Circuit; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 74,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to Florida Retirement System

Health/Dental/Vision/Life insurance

Generous Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Tuition waiver

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The Law Offices of the Public Defender, 20th Judicial Circuit, seeks qualified applicants for an Assistant Public Defender role in Fort Myers, FL. The attorney will defend indigent clients, participate in training, and advance professional development opportunities.

A Florida Bar license is required or anticipated; Florida Bar admission timing may be considered. The position offers a full-time schedule with competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Florida Bar license required or pending admission.
• Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients, court personnel, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient and professional representation to clients.
• Advise clients regarding pleas, rights, and options.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients, families, witnesses, and court personnel.
• Travel to various circuit locations for assignments and training.

Skills

Communication skills

Legal research

Oral advocacy

Detail oriented

MS Word/Outlook

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

The Law Offices of the Public Defender, 20th Judicial Circuit, seeks qualified applicants for an Assistant Public Defender role in Fort Myers, FL. The attorney will defend indigent clients, participate in training, and advance professional development opportunities.

A Florida Bar license is required or anticipated; Florida Bar admission timing may be considered. The position offers a full-time schedule with competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.