PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 18TH CIRCUIT- LEGAL ASSISTANT I - 21009473

State of Florida

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Public Defender is appointed by judges to represent clients in criminal, juvenile and mental health matters in Florida's courts. We are responsible for defending individuals who face the loss of their liberty and are determined by the court to be unable to pay for a private attorney. An employee in this position performs a variety of paralegal and secretarial duties for attorneys.

Requirements

• Graduation from high school or an equivalent diploma issued by the state department of education may be substituted for high school graduation.
• Cover letter
• Resume
• Name and phone number of two references.

Responsibilities

• Keeps attorney's appointment calendar and maintains schedules of meetings, appointments, and hearings.
• Establishes and maintains a comprehensive file system, using the agency’s case management database.
• Handles calls regarding cases and court hearings.
• Prepares general legal forms.
• Prepares documents for e-filing.
• Review of evidence and information
• Legal research
• Maintains confidential, case, follow-up and other essential legal records and files.
• Accomplishes department and organization mission by completing related tasks as needed.

Benefits

• Annual Leave benefits.
• Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year.
• State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options.
• Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Tuition waivers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED