Felony Defense Attorney for Public Defender Team

State of Florida; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Florida Retirement System

Paid holidays

Leave accrual

Job summary

State of Florida seeks an experienced attorney for the Marion County office in Ocala as an Assistant Public Defender in the 5th Circuit. The role requires handling felony cases with zealous advocacy, managing a high-volume caseload, and maintaining strong client communication and professional relations within the legal community.

The position offers state benefits including health insurance, retirement options, and generous leave/holiday accruals.

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.

Responsibilities

• Providing effective and professional representation of individuals charged with felony criminal 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 to achieve the best result, establishing professional relationships with clients and the legal community.
• Utilizing innovative defense strategies to achieve the best outcome for clients.

Skills

Excellent communication

Advocacy

Legal research

Education

Florida Bar admission

Job description

State of Florida seeks an experienced attorney for the Marion County office in Ocala as an Assistant Public Defender in the 5th Circuit. The role requires handling felony cases with zealous advocacy, managing a high-volume caseload, and maintaining strong client communication and professional relations within the legal community.

The position offers state benefits including health insurance, retirement options, and generous leave/holiday accruals.