Make a Difference as Assistant Public Defender

My Florida CFO; Fort Myers (FL); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Florida Retirement System

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 Assistant Public Defender across Fort Myers, Naples, Punta Gorda and LaBelle. This role offers the chance to defend indigent clients and to grow through extensive training and professional development.

A Florida Bar license is required (or in admission process). The position involves handling cases, advising clients, preparing pleadings, and collaborating with investigators and staff.

Qualifications

• Florida Bar license required.
• Ability to travel to multiple circuit locations for assignments and training.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients and staff.
• Strong research and writing skills for legal documents.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient and professional representation to clients.
• Advise clients on plea offers, rights, and options.
• Maintain professional relationships with clients, witnesses, and court personnel.
• Communicate clearly with clients and families; keep lines of communication open.
• Coordinate with investigators and support staff as needed.
• Attend training seminars and meetings.
• Adhere to agency policies and procedures.

Skills

Communication skills

Professional English

Legal research

Court procedures

Time management

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

The Law Offices of the Public Defender, 20th Judicial Circuit, seeks qualified Assistant Public Defender across Fort Myers, Naples, Punta Gorda and LaBelle. This role offers the chance to defend indigent clients and to grow through extensive training and professional development.

A Florida Bar license is required (or in admission process). The position involves handling cases, advising clients, preparing pleadings, and collaborating with investigators and staff.