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Assistant Public Defender - Entry Level

Public Defenders Office - Fifth Judicial Circuit
Inverness, FL Full Time
POSTED ON 3/10/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 3/31/2025

The Law Office of Michael A. Graves, Fifth Circuit Public Defender, is seeking entry-level attorneys for the position of Assistant Public Defender in the Citrus County Office. Assistant Public Defenders employed by the Fifth Circuit Public Defender provide legal representation to people charged with criminal offenses who cannot afford to hire an attorney. The Fifth Circuit encompasses; Lake, Marion, Hernando, Citrus, and Sumter Counties. Position location could be negotiable.

Job Description: Assistant Public Defenders provide highly effective and professional representation to our clients. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • 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 relationships with clients and the legal community;
  • utilizing innovative, holistic defense strategies to achieve the best outcome for clients.

Requirements/Qualifications:

  • Applicants must be in good standing with the Florida Bar;
  • Applicants who have completed the Florida Bar exam and are awaiting results will also be considered, as well as 3rd year law students who are scheduled to take the Florida Bar;
  • 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.

Benefits:

  • State Group Insurance coverage options including health (premiums as low as $8.34 a month), $25,000 life policy (at no charge), dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, and various other supplemental insurance options
  • Enrollment in the Florida Retirement System (2 plan options Pension or Investment)
  • Monthly accrual of annual and sick leave hours
  • Approximately 13 paid holidays, based on our Circuit’s Judicial Holiday calendar

The 5th Circuit Public Defender’s Office is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We use e-verify to determine the eligibility of employees to work in the US.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $67,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

  • FL Bar Card (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $67,000 - $70,000

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