PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 5TH CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21013410

State of Florida • Ocala, FL

71d • $75,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Michael A. Graves, 5th Circuit Public Defender, overseeing a five county circuit, is seeking an experienced attorney for our Marion County office, located in Ocala, Florida. The salary range is from $75,000 to $85,000 with generous State of Florida benefits. This is an Equal Opportunity Employer position. Interested candidates should email their resume directly to Shanna Wilson at [email protected] or submit it through the People First Electronic system.

Requirements

• 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 to our clients

Nice To Haves

• Experienced attorney

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 in order to achieve the best result possible in their case; establishing and maintaining a professional relationship with clients and the legal community
• Utilizing innovative, holistic defense strategies to achieve the best outcome for 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 insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed