State of Florida
PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 1ST CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21003797
State of Florida, Pensacola, Florida, United States, 32573
Overview
Position: Attorney (Assistant Public Defender) with the Public Defender's Office, First Circuit, Pensacola, FL. This role focuses on handling misdemeanor cases, gaining trial experience, and providing effective legal counsel in a supportive office environment. Responsibilities
Handle misdemeanor cases as assigned. Gain trial experience and manage a reasonable caseload with professional independence and strong support from office administration and senior attorneys. Provide legal counsel when appointed by the Court; represent defendants during courtroom proceedings. Research case law, determine trial strategy, including cross-examination procedures, witness selection, jury selection, and opening and closing arguments. Qualifications
Attorney Preference given to members in good standing of The Florida Bar Compensation and Benefits
Salary: $70,000.00 annually (minimum) Based upon experience; generous benefits include health/hospitalization, life and disability insurance, and participation in the State retirement system. How to Apply
Use People First online system. Attach resume. Position: Attorney (Assistant Public Defender). Additional Information
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. The Public Defender's Office has protected the Constitution and the rights of Florida citizens since Gideon v. Wainwright. Our office provides legal counsel to those accused of criminal offenses who cannot afford an attorney, performing as trial counsel by representing defendants during courtroom proceedings, researching case law, and determining trial strategy. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with applicable laws. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735) in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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Position: Attorney (Assistant Public Defender) with the Public Defender's Office, First Circuit, Pensacola, FL. This role focuses on handling misdemeanor cases, gaining trial experience, and providing effective legal counsel in a supportive office environment. Responsibilities
Handle misdemeanor cases as assigned. Gain trial experience and manage a reasonable caseload with professional independence and strong support from office administration and senior attorneys. Provide legal counsel when appointed by the Court; represent defendants during courtroom proceedings. Research case law, determine trial strategy, including cross-examination procedures, witness selection, jury selection, and opening and closing arguments. Qualifications
Attorney Preference given to members in good standing of The Florida Bar Compensation and Benefits
Salary: $70,000.00 annually (minimum) Based upon experience; generous benefits include health/hospitalization, life and disability insurance, and participation in the State retirement system. How to Apply
Use People First online system. Attach resume. Position: Attorney (Assistant Public Defender). Additional Information
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. The Public Defender's Office has protected the Constitution and the rights of Florida citizens since Gideon v. Wainwright. Our office provides legal counsel to those accused of criminal offenses who cannot afford an attorney, performing as trial counsel by representing defendants during courtroom proceedings, researching case law, and determining trial strategy. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with applicable laws. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735) in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
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