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Law Practice
Bartow, Florida 3 followers
Protecting Us All | Serving Polk, Highlands, and Hardee Counties in the Tenth Judicial Circuit of Florida
About us
The Law Office of the Public Defender, Blair Allen, for the Tenth Judicial Circuit of Florida serves Polk, Highlands, and Hardee Counties. Our office is comprised of over 100 dedicated professionals to serve you, including trial and appellate attorneys, criminal defense investigators, mitigation specialists, and administrative support staff. In 1963, the United States Supreme Court’s ruling in the case of Gideon v. Wainwright led to the establishment of the Florida Public Defender System. Prior to 1963, there was no recognized constitutional right to an attorney for those who could not afford one. The Law Office of the Public Defender exists to guarantee that the poor, or indigent, have the right to a fair trial, which protects us all. The lawyers and staff of the Office of the Public Defender for the Tenth Judicial Circuit represent indigent people in criminal cases, involuntary mental health, and juvenile delinquency cases in our community. Our office committed to efficient legal representation, effective attorney-client communication, and emphasize a culture of dignity and respect for our clients, as well as our employees and the community.
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Law Practice
Company size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Bartow, Florida
Type
Government Agency
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Updates
- We're #hiring a new Assistant Public Defender in Bartow, Florida. Apply today or share this post with your network.
- Blair Allen was sworn in as Public Defender for the 10th Judicial Circuit by Florida Supreme Court Justice Charles Canady during an investiture ceremony at the Polk State College Center for Public Safety on Tuesday, January 7th, 2025 in Winter Haven. Blair Allen is the first woman to hold this position in the Tenth Circuit. Please join us in celebrating and congratulating Blair Allen, as she begins her journey as the Tenth Judicial Circuit Public Defender serving Polk, Highlands, and Hardee Counties!