Criminal Law - Defense Attorney in Monticello, FL

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Monticello, FL

Criminal Law - Defense Attorney in Monticello, FL

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Nearest Secondary Market: Thomasville



- Job title: Assistant Public Defender, Second Judicial Circuit
- Department: Office of the Public Defender
- Experience level: Entry-level, with potential for promotion upon passing the Florida Bar exam
- Salary: $65,000 per year, with potential for increase upon passing the Florida Bar exam
- Location: Monticello, Florida
- Posting date: Jan 3, 2025
- Posting closing date: June 3, 2025

H1: Join Our Team as an Assistant Public Defender in Monticello, FL
H2: Passionate About Providing Justice? Consider This Opportunity!

The Office of the Public Defender, Second Judicial Circuit, is seeking a qualified and passionate attorney to join our team as an Assistant Public Defender in Monticello, FL. This position offers the opportunity to provide effective and professional legal representation to individuals charged with criminal offenses in the Jefferson County area.

Bullet points:
- Represent indigent clients in criminal cases in the Second Judicial Circuit, consisting of six Florida counties
- Opportunity for promotion upon passing the Florida Bar exam and increase in salary to $61,800 per year
- Receive in-house training and attend seminars and training opportunities offered by reputable organizations
- Must have Juris Doctorate and be a member in good standing with The Florida Bar
- Criminal defense litigation experience preferred
- Knowledge of Florida criminal procedures and statutes required
- Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer
- Competitive employee benefits package, including State Group Insurance and participation in the Florida Retirement System
- Drug-free workplace

The Organization and Mission:
- Established in 1963 following the landmark decision in Gideon v. Wainwright, guaranteeing the right to counsel for indigent citizens
- Comprised of dedicated attorneys, investigators, social workers, and support staff
- Mission to ensure equal justice for all
- Represents over 16,500 criminal cases and 1,100 cases on appeal per fiscal year
- Serving six Florida counties and over 30 counties in the First District Court of Appeal

The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida:
- State Group Insurance coverage options
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
- Tuition waivers
- Paid holidays and sick leave
- Drug-free workplace
- Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of indigent individuals in the criminal justice system. Apply now for the Assistant Public Defender position in Monticello, FL.