Office of The State Attorney, 12th Judicial Circuit, Florida
Serving the Citizens of Sarasota, Manatee, and DeSoto Counties
Serving the Citizens of Sarasota, Manatee, and DeSoto Counties
Office of The State Attorney, 12th Judicial Circuit, Florida

Careers

Assistant State Attorneys

Thank you for your interest in pursuing a position at the State Attorney’s Office of the 12th Judicial Circuit. We are currently seeking dedicated and passionate individuals to join our office and contribute to our mission of upholding justice and serving the community.

At the State Attorney’s Office, we pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and integrity. We have a balanced approach to prosecution, focused on our robust specialty treatment courts and rehabilitation in appropriate cases, and significant punishment on the more serious and violent cases. We believe in evaluating every case individually in our constant pursuit for justice and to ensure the safety and well-being of our community. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on meaningful cases, be in the courtroom on most days, collaborate with experienced professionals, and make a positive impact in the legal field. And yes, being a prosecutor is exciting, and no two days are the same.

We are looking for attorneys who demonstrate a strong work ethic, possess excellent communication skills, and have a genuine desire to uphold the law and serve the public. If you already graduated from an accredited law school, you may be eligible for employment as a Certified Legal Intern or through our Law School Practice Program.

If you are interested in starting a fulfilling career in our beautiful Sarasota, Manatee, and DeSoto Counties at the State Attorney’s Office, please download and fill out the Employment Application form. Once completed you can email your employment application form, cover letter, and resume to employment@sao12.org, or you can mail the forms to:

Office of the State Attorney, 12th Judicial Circuit
Attn: Human Resources
2071 Ringling Blvd., Suite 400
Sarasota, FL 34237-7000