PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE, 1ST CIRCUIT- ASSISTANT PUBLIC DEFENDER - 21011487
State of FloridaFort Walton Beach, Florida, United States • Destin, Florida, United States • Florida, United States
Posted October 22, 2025
70000 - 70000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
The State of Florida offers diverse career opportunities across various departments, focusing on responsive public service to over 19 million residents. Positions range from policy influence to reliable resource provision, emphasizing critical thinking, creativity, and dedication. The state values professional development, quality of life, and offers a favorable tax climate and business-friendly policies.
Job Description
The Public Defender's Office in Fort Walton Beach/Destin, Florida, is seeking an Assistant Public Defender for misdemeanor, juvenile, or felony cases. This office provides legal counsel to individuals who cannot afford a private attorney, participating in trial, research, and case strategy. It emphasizes a supportive workplace environment and opportunities for growth, drawing on the state's history of protecting Florida's citizens.
Requirements
- Assigned misdemeanor, juvenile, or felony cases
- Managing a reasonable caseload
- Maintain a healthy balance between personal and professional life
- Legal counsel for clients unable to afford a private attorney.
Benefits
- State retirement system
- Health/hospitalization
- Life/disability insurance
- Florida Bar membership preference
- Paid travel to continuing education seminars
- CLE credits
- Positive and supportive workplace environment
- Professional independence
- Strong support from office administration and senior attorneys