If applying as an attorney or law student, you must complete the "Attorney Questionnaire".
Non-attorneys (support staff) are not required to fill out the questionnaire.

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The Hillsborough County Public Defender’s Office is one of Florida’s twenty state-funded offices established for the representation of indigent persons charged with criminal law violations, mental health cases, and Sexual Violent Predator (SVP) cases.  The office’s practice consists of criminal defense litigation in cases involving juvenile, traffic, misdemeanor, felony and capital felony offenses, and appeals. This office is committed to meeting the needs of its clients. Only those individuals who are dedicated to providing the finest legal representation, and who recognize the importance of community service involvement, should apply.

This office staffs more than 220 employees: attorneys, legal assistants, investigators, customer service technicians, disposition specialists, and other support staff.

The Hillsborough County Public Defender’s Office is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are seeking attorneys who are sincerely interested in providing the best possible legal representation for our clients. Additionally, all attorneys are urged to become involved in service to the community and participate in pro bono projects throughout the year. Only those individuals who are dedicated to providing the finest legal representation, and who recognize the importance of community service involvement, should apply.

We are seeking career-minded individuals who are interested in a challenging position in a fast-paced law firm. Prior legal experience is desirable, and strong computer skills are required; experience in the legal field is a bonus. These positions require frequent interaction with clients and the general public. Desirable applicants are detail-oriented, motivated, self-starters.

To be considered for a position with the Public Defender's Office you must complete the online application found on this site. Candidates are evaluated based on background, organizational fit, and career potential.

Employment offers are personally communicated, and an employment letter is sent setting forth the expectations of the position.

The Public Defender's Office is seeking motivated and experienced applicants with previous legal experience. Applicants must be capable of managing a demanding caseload. A recognition of the importance of community service, as previously described, is essential. The office is committed to a policy of equal opportunity, without regard to age, gender, color, race, national origin, religious persuasion, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation that does not prohibit performance of essential job functions, or disability. We observe laws regarding Veteran's Status.