PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 1ST CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21000989

State of Florida•DeFuniak Springs, FL

7d•$74,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Public Defender’s Office in Walton County, Florida, is seeking an attorney to handle a misdemeanor or felony caseload. The office is responsible for providing legal counsel, when appointed by the Court, to those accused of criminal offenses who cannot afford to hire a lawyer. This involves performing as trial counsel by representing defendants during courtroom proceedings, researching case law, and communicating with defendants to determine trial strategy such as cross-examination procedures, witness selection, jury selection, testimony decisions, and opening and closing arguments. The office has a "harassment-free" workplace policy requiring honesty, confidentiality, and professional conduct. All employees must uphold confidentiality requirements and practice safe workplace procedures, following all policies and procedures.

Requirements

Must be an attorney.
Must be a member in good standing of The Florida Bar (preference given).
Uphold confidentiality requirements of all host software programs.
Practice safe workplace procedures.
Follow policies and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Experience with misdemeanor or felony caseloads.

Responsibilities

Handle a misdemeanor or felony caseload.
Provide legal counsel to those accused of criminal offenses who cannot afford to hire a lawyer.
Represent defendants during courtroom proceedings.
Research case law.
Communicate with defendants to determine trial strategy.
Determine trial strategy including cross-examination procedures, witness selection, jury selection, testimony decisions, and opening and closing arguments.