Description
Entry Level Attorney
Classification: 5901 Exempt/Excluded
Job Type: Full-time, in person
Location: Bradenton, FL 34205: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Required Education and License: A. J.D. and maintained admission to the Florida Bar. Florida Bar License (Required)
Required Experience: none
Job Description: This position requires attorneys of the Public Defender’s Office to champion for the indigent accused with the utmost professionalism and humanity in all proceedings. Attorneys must be able to work professionally in a fast paced and high-volume setting. Trained Attorneys are expected to assess cases, provide sound legal advice, and keep clients apprised of their legal status in a timely manner. Ethical duties in client communication and representation shall always be paramount. Experience is not necessary. This is a great opportunity for a new attorney to advance their career. The Public Defender’s Office of the 12th Judicial Circuit is medium sized office which allows for personalized training and individual development, while providing a wide variety of experiences.
Benefits:
- Training and mentorship
- Unparalleled trial advocacy experience
- Potential for advancement
- The ability to work with dedicated experienced attorneys whose doors are always open
- Student loan forgiveness
- Continued legal education course and conferences at no expense
- Payment of Florida Bar Dues
- Excellent benefits
- Low cost medical, dental, vision insurance for the whole family
- Life insurance at no expense to you
- Retirement plans
- Paid vacation and sick leave
Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
How to Apply: Please provide a resume, Cover Letter, writing sample.
Email to: [email protected]
Mail to: Office of the Public Defender, c/o Harriet Dudley, 2071 Ringling Boulevard, 5th Floor Sarasota, FL 34237
