Criminal Law - Defense Attorney in Fort Pierce, FL

Government

Fort Pierce, FL

Criminal Law - Defense Attorney in Fort Pierce, FL

Attorney

Min 3 yrs required

No

H1: Join Our Team as an Assistant Public Defender in the 19th Judicial Circuit!
H2: Experienced Trial Lawyers Needed - Competitive Salary and Full Benefits!

Organization: Public Defender's Office - 19th Judicial Circuit
Department: N/A
Job Title: Assistant Public Defender
Experience: Minimum of 3 years
Salary: $80,000 per year

The Public Defender's Office in the 19th Judicial Circuit is seeking experienced trial lawyers to join our team. We offer a fulfilling career with competitive salaries, full benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

To be eligible for this position, candidates must have a minimum of 3 years of experience and be a member in good standing with The Florida Bar. We are dedicated to providing equal employment opportunities and are an EEOC employer.

Benefits:
- State Group Health Insurance with low premiums
- Enrollment in the Florida Retirement System
- $25,000 life insurance policy
- Annual leave, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Short-term disability insurance paid by the State of Florida
- State retirement benefits with vesting after 8 years
- Optional employee paid supplement insurance plans available
- Deferred Retirement Option Plan (DROP)
- Deferred compensation option
- Opportunities for continuing legal education and conferences
- Payment of Florida Bar dues by the office every year

We are currently hiring for positions in Fort Pierce, Stuart, Vero, and Okeechobee. If you are interested in joining our team, please email your resume and cover letter to ****.

Our office is located at 216 South Second Street in Fort Pierce, FL. However, we also have locations in Martin, Indian River, and Okeechobee counties.

Please note that if you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System, your current benefits may be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida. Please contact the FRS for more information.

The State of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. We also support a drug-free workplace and conduct reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with state law.

Don't miss this opportunity to join our dedicated team of legal professionals and make a difference in the 19th Judicial Circuit. Apply now and be a part of a career, not just a job.