Criminal Law - Defense Attorney in Tallahassee, FL

Government

Tallahassee, FL

Criminal Law - Defense Attorney in Tallahassee, FL

Attorney

No

Nearest Secondary Market: Thomasville


Job Summary:
- Position: Assistant Public Defender at Public Defender's Office, 2nd Circuit
- Requisition Number: 844122
- Department: Justice Administrative Commission
- Pay Plan: PIB
- Position Number: 21013415
- Salary: $61,800 annually
- Posting Closing Date: 07/01/2025

Overview:
- Seeking qualified applicants for an Assistant Public Defender position in the trial division
- Responsible for providing effective and professional legal representation to individuals charged with criminal offenses
- Opportunity for growth through in-house training and attending seminars and training opportunities offered by various organizations

Salary Information:
- Starting salary of $61,800 annually, with potential for increase based on experience
- Legal Trainee position available for those awaiting Florida Bar exam results, with a starting salary of $45,000 and potential for increase upon passing the exam and being sworn into the Bar

Job Requirements:
- Juris Doctorate degree
- Member in good standing with The Florida Bar
- Legal Trainee candidates must provide a copy of their Registrant Clearance from the Florida Board of Bar Examiners

Responsibilities:
- Familiarity with Florida Rules Criminal Procedure, Florida Rules of Evidence, and Florida Criminal Statutes
- Complete all fields in the Candidate Profile, including work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education

About the Organization:
- The Office of the Public Defender, Second Judicial Circuit provides legal representation for indigent individuals accused of criminal offenses
- Covers six Florida counties: Leon, Gadsden, Liberty, Jefferson, Wakulla, and Franklin
- Represents approximately 16,500 criminal cases and 1,100 cases on appeal each fiscal year
- Came into existence in 1963 following the landmark Gideon v. Wainwright decision, ensuring the right to counsel for indigent citizens
- Comprised of dedicated criminal defense attorneys, investigators, social workers, and support staff

Benefits:
- Offers the same benefits as state agencies, including State Group Insurance and participation in the Florida Retirement System
- Competitive set of employee benefits, including annual and sick leave, paid holidays, state group insurance coverage options, retirement plan options, tuition waivers, and more
- Retirees of the Florida Retirement System should check with FRS on how re-employment may affect current benefits

Location:
- Position based in Tallahassee, FL
- Nearest major market: Tallahassee
- Nearest secondary market: Thomasville