Entry-Level Public Defender — Advocate for Clients in Ocala

State of Florida; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

The Public Defender's Office, 5th Circuit, seeks an entry-level attorney to join Marion County office in Ocala.

Salary range $68,000 to $72,000 with generous State of Florida benefits. Licensed Florida Bar in good standing required; strong communication and a commitment to providing excellent legal representation to clients.

Assist in misdemeanors and criminal traffic cases, manage high-volume caseloads, and collaborate with the legal community to ensure quality defense.

Qualifications

• Licensed member of the Florida Bar, in good standing.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Professional demeanor and a desire for excellence in the practice of law.
• Dedication to serving clients and providing the best possible legal representation to our clients.

Responsibilities

• Providing effective and professional representation of individuals charged with misdemeanors and criminal traffic offenses.
• Zealously advocating for each client through critical analysis of cases, motion practice, and jury trials.
• Preparing each case efficiently and effectively utilizing office and community resources.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining adequate levels of communication and attention to individual clients.
• Advising and counseling clients in order to achieve the best result possible in their case; establishing and maintaining a professional relationship with clients and the legal community.
• Utilizing innovative, holistic defense strategies to achieve the best outcome for clients.

Skills

Communication skills

Professional demeanor

Client service

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

The Public Defender's Office, 5th Circuit, seeks an entry-level attorney to join Marion County office in Ocala.

Salary range $68,000 to $72,000 with generous State of Florida benefits. Licensed Florida Bar in good standing required; strong communication and a commitment to providing excellent legal representation to clients.

Assist in misdemeanors and criminal traffic cases, manage high-volume caseloads, and collaborate with the legal community to ensure quality defense.