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Join the Veterans Outreach Court
to resolve legal issues like fines, fees, and warrants.
Register by October 25th. Visit hillsclerk.com to sign up
and take control of your future! 🇺🇸 #VeteransSupport
#HillsboroughCounty #PublicDefenders

We believe every student should have access to resources that will help them achieve educational success. ✨ By collaborating with @hcpaflorida , @hillsboroughclerk, and @HillsboroughSOE , we donated 913 lbs. of school supplies to the Hillsborough Education Foundation 🍎

Happy National Intern Day! ✨ We appreciate our interns' eagerness to learn and their support.

Congratulations to the inspiring graduates of Veterans Treatment Court ✨🎉 We appreciate the passion and commitment from our VTC team and partners. Special thanks to Judge Scionti and Colonel DJ Reyes for their continued impact and support.

East Tampa Brain Booster Camp visited us yesterday to meet our team and learn about our office. Thank you to Safe and Sound, Hillsborough County Bailiffs, the State Attorney’s Office, and our amazing team for joining us and showcasing your impact within the justice system!

We believe in making sure our clients fully understand their cases and feel supported every step of the way.✨ #PD13 #PublicDefenders

Last week, Public Defender Ms. Holt and Alexis Deveaux, Associate at Gunster, presented an insightful overview of Direct and Cross-Examination to new lawyers, summer interns, and law students at the Young Lawyers Division Trial Summer Seminar. ⚖️�

Last Friday, our office hosted the Hillsborough County Association for Criminal Defense Lawyers' CLE presentation. This event provided a primer on civil rights for defense attorneys representing clients affected by police misconduct 🚨⚖️

Supporting Our Future Leaders ✏️📚
From June to September, we are collecting school supplies to support local students and teachers. Join us in making a difference! Drop off your supplies at our office today.

Happy Juneteenth! ✨ Today, we reflect on the significance of "Freedom Day" and celebrate the contributions of the Black community to our country.

Under the leadership of Public Defender Ms. Holt & COO Rocky Brancato, we’ve worked hard to secure grant funding vital to our mission. We’re happy to announce we received the Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)! Special thanks to Daniel & Lauren for their work! ⚖️✨

With youth gun offenses on the rise, our office is advocating for preventive measures to keep our youth and community safe! 🚸 Public Defender Ms. Holt joined Freddy Barton @SafeSoundHills to showcase "Blink" to create a community discussion. 🎥👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Celebrating a "new era of healthcare!" 🦋 Congratulations to our community partner, Gracepoint Wellness, on establishing the first Behavioral Health Hospital for women in Florida ♀️ We are proud to be a part of such an innovative and people-focused community!

This morning, the Hillsborough County Board of County Commissioners hosted the 3rd annual flag-raising event in honor of Juneteenth. Did you know that this federal holiday signifies the end of slavery in the U.S.? ⛓️‍💥 Our office recognizes Juneteenth and its significance! ❤️

We're honored to share this heartfelt testimonial from one of our clients. Your words inspire us to continue our dedication to justice and advocacy. Thank you for your trust and appreciation. #ClientTestimonial #PublicDefenders

We joined 19 county agencies at the Hillsborough Clerk of Court's All Government Career Fair! 💼 With over 300 attendees, we are happy to have been part of this successful event, providing community members of all ages and experience levels with employment opportunities.

With over 825 years of combined law experience, we deliver unparalleled legal expertise. 🤝 #PublicDefenders

Behind the scenes with Lisa, our Fiscal Assistant, as she recently obtained her Florida Certified Contract Manager certification! 📜✨ Our team is filled with top talent, from our dedicated attorneys to our exceptional administrative staff.

Thank you, Sheriff Chad Chronister for presenting Ms. Holt with a Dedication Award, honoring her legacy and impact in Hillsborough County! 🌟 Congrats to all the award recipients at this afternoon’s ceremony. The room was filled with heroes and sheroes! @HCSOSheriff

The numbers don't lie. Our team works tirelessly to support and defend our clients' rights. ⚖️

Knowledge, Networking, and Pizza! 🍕🎉
Our latest new hires enjoyed a fun lunch and learn session! They had an opportunity to personally connect with our leadership and special guest, Chief Judge Sabella! 👨‍⚖️ We bonded over icebreakers, shared stories, and Q&As. Welcome aboard!

We are dedicated to tirelessly advocating for our clients and securing justice for those we represent. This heartfelt testimonial is a reminder of the trust and faith placed in our work. Thank you for allowing us to make a difference! 🤝 #WeMakeADifference

Members of our office attended the Florida Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers' 37th Annual Meeting, interacting with some of the best criminal defense lawyers in the state. 💼 Congratulations to Paul Figueroa on beginning his new role as Director at Large. ✨

Congratulations to Ms. Holt on receiving the @actsclubhouse “Ambassador Award” ✨ She delivered an outstanding keynote speech and was surprised with this award due to her strong involvement in the community! Our office is proud of our partnership with ACTS Clubhouse Tampa Bay💙

Day 2 of the Florida Public Defender Association “Spring Defender College” 📚✨Assistant Public Defenders from all over the state are here to strengthen their practice through training and workshops. Ms. Holt opened the event last night with encouraging words!

We're joining the @hillsclerk and our community partners at the Government Career Fair, next Friday from 9 to 11 am at the Chillura Courthouse Square. ✨💼Visit our table to explore our open roles and to connect with our amazing team members!

Last week, our client was found not guilty in a homicide case, with the jury determining lawful self-defense. ⚖️We recognize Maria Dunker and Jacob Martin for their zealous advocacy. As champions of the presumption of innocence, we are all dedicated to justice and excellence!

Today, our attorneys and new interns learned about the spectrum of schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders during this month's CLE seminar. 💡 We appreciate Madelyn's hard work in preparing this engaging presentation, helping us to better advocate for our clients.

Today, we welcomed a fantastic mix of newcomers to our team! ✨ From Assistant Public Defenders to legal and college interns, we are excited to have everyone on board, joining our cause of providing excellent legal representation to our clients. ⚖️

Thank you, Shimeki, one of our
Assistant Public Defenders and an active military
member. Your service to our country is deeply
appreciated! ✨ #MilitaryAppreciationMonth

We are proud to have you and all our veterans and
active-duty military members on our team! 💼⚖️

Supporting the @TampaPD "Shielding Our Teens" program has been a highlight! Our attorneys helped dozens of students prep resumes and practice interviews, prepping them for summer jobs. ☀💼

Special thanks to Officer Baker and her team for leading this! ✨#Mentorship

Introducing: New Beginnings Julianne M. Holt Vocational Center! 🌟 Named in honor of Ms. Holt’s 31 years of service as Public Defender, this center equips inmates with trade skills for future careers. Thank you, Sheriff Chronister & the @HCSOSheriff team!

It's National Pet Month! 🐾💙 Meet some of our adorable #PDPets.

Agents for Change💫 Our attorneys joined a discussion centered around people who are devoted advocates for change in the workplace, hosted by @HCBATampaBay

What do you get when two adorable therapy dogs visit the Public Defender's Office? 🐾 A bunch of happy attorneys!☺️ Thanks @VFCTampa for an amazing visit with Lorne and Barley! Did you know Voices for Children supports kids in foster care? Lorne and Barley calm them in court. ❤️‍🩹

We celebrate the rich heritage and invaluable contributions of the Asian and Pacific Islander community! 🌏 Thank you to our dedicated team members, clients, and community partners who play pivotal roles within Hillsborough County. #AsianPacificHeritageMonth

Thank you Hillsborough NAACP for inviting us and the @hillsclerk to yesterday's meeting. We discussed the negative impact of FL's new pretrial detention law and took questions from community members. We love any chance to demystify the judicial process 💡

Brunch with the Bosses 🌟 Ms. Holt joined fellow government leaders to share insights into their roles and office operations. This brunch provided attorneys with an opportunity to network and explore career growth. Thank you to the @HCBATampaBay for hosting!

Join Public Defender, Julianne Holt, and Clerk of Courts, Cindy Stuart, at the upcoming @HillsbrghNAACP general membership meeting! ✨ Don't miss this chance to connect with these community leaders and learn more about our office's goals and initiatives. See you there!

🎉 Celebrating National Treatment Court Month! 🎉

Shoutout to our incredible clients who've completed their respective Drug Recovery and Drug Pretrial Intervention programs. We wish you all continued success 🌟 Thanks to our attorneys for their commitment to our clients!

Our customer service and reception staff are INCREDIBLE! We appreciate their non-stop hard work and professionalism every day. ✨ #HappyNationalReceptionistDay

🌟 Ms. Holt delivered a compelling keynote at "Raising the Bar," hosted by Power Net of Tampa. Their aim? To halve the county's incarceration rate through community and political collaboration. Division Chief Marie spoke on a panel about Veterans Treatment Court and it's impact.

Future superheroes in the making! 🦸 💪 Last week, these inspiring young men from the 5,000 Role Models of Excellence program toured the courthouse. Our Bureau Chief, Antina, and Certified Legal Intern, William Wamble, connected with them, sharing words of inspiration💡

Today, our Juvenile attorneys had the privilege of touring AMIkids Tampa, gaining insights into the facility, and meeting the inspiring students enrolled in their education program. ✨Thank you for the opportunity!

Thank you to the Children's Network of Hillsborough for an incredible inaugural STAR gala ✨ dedicated to ending child abuse.

We wish a Happy Passover and a joyous spring season to those who celebrate in our office and our community! ✨🌷

Bring Your Child to Work Day! ✨ Today, Ms. Baity, one of our Assistant Public Defenders, shared the story of Gideon v. Wainwright and explained the responsibilities of our Assistant Public Defenders. Thank you to the @hillsclerk office for organizing this experience!

April marks Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Today, our office wore denim in solidarity with survivors and to raise awareness 🤍#SAAM2024 For support and resources, please visit @NSVRC

We kicked off out day with a sweet start 🍩☕ to honor our incredible administrative professionals! Thank you for all you do! 🌟 #AdminProsDay

Back at it with 'Breaking Barriers' at AMIkids Tampa! 🌟 Our Bureau Chief, Antina Mobley, joins the conversation on students' long-term goals and essential support. #HillsboroughCounty #PublicDefenders

Cheers to a fantastic team outing at the Rays game ⚾, where we celebrated Ms. Holt's ceremonial first pitch and the Clerk of Courts, Cindy Stuart's, birthday! 🎉🎂 @hillsclerk

Race for Education 2024 🍎 Proud to have joined @Hillsedufnd's 5k run, backing Hillsborough County's students, teachers, and school district initiatives. 📚 #CommunitySupport #PublicDefenders

💭“I have always believed that the best way to expedite success is to have a mentor. The mentorship from senior attorneys at our office in all aspects of criminal law is an invaluable experience for new attorneys.” Colton Trina (pictured in image #4)

Huge congrats to Ms. Holt for winning the "Beacon" Award! Her outstanding leadership and community service truly shine bright. ✨ Big thanks to the Hillsborough County Urban League for honoring Ms. Holt and their commitment to empowering our county. #MarchForthGala

Happy National Public Defenders Day! 🏛️ Today, we honor our hardworking team for their commitment to providing efficient legal representation. Proud defenders of individuals' rights, we're making a difference in our community every day! #PublicDefendersDay #HillsboroughCounty

In celebration of Women's History Month, we honor Clara Shortridge Foltz, the first female lawyer on the West Coast. 🌟 As Public Defenders, we're inspired by her legacy, championing effective legal representation, positively impacting our community daily. ⚖️ #WomensHistoryMonth

Happy #InternationalWomensDay 🌟 Thank you to all of the women on our team for their dedication to supporting our clients and daily operations!

Celebrating Law Week with 5th graders from Hillsborough County Schools! From guest speaking to courthouse tours, we're happy to educate future leaders on the legal process. 📚🌟

Cheers to Ocea Wynn for receiving the prestigious 2024 Josephine Howard Stafford Memorial Award, a great kickoff to Women's History Month! 🌟 We are thankful for her outstanding service to the City of Tampa!

Sweet memories made at the Plant City Strawberry Festival 📷 Thank you to our incredible staff for making the parade experience extra special! 📷 #FloridaStrawberryFestival #PlantCity #HillsboroughCounty #PublicDefender

Congrats to Sharon Streater and Carlton Ward Jr. on their Lifetime Achievement awards 🏆✨

Fun fact: The centerpieces of each table were crafted by talented kids from Community Stepping Stones, using recycled voter signs. 🎨

Our office wishes Judge Conrad a happy retirement! 🎉 Thank you for your remarkable service

Congrats to the three VTC graduates! Best wishes on your journey ahead! A big shoutout to our Assistant Public Defenders and the entire VTC team for their unwavering support of our clients.🙌

With 7,500 on probation in Hillsborough County, @FL_Corrections provides a range of services for offenders.

Thanks, Patrick Barrentine and Michael Johnson, for leading an informative session. Special thanks to @naacphillsborough for hosting this general interest meeting.🙌

Empowering dialogue at Breaking Barriers Forum as AMI Kids connect with leaders. COO Rocky Brancato & Bureau Chief Antina Mobley engaged with inspiring young adults, gaining insights into their diverse experiences. Discussing ways to support youth in the community. 💡💫

Today, the Honorable EJ Salcines
shared enlightening insights into the rich judicial history
of Hillsborough County. We value his multi-faceted
perspective and profound understanding of Tampa's
history. ⚖️💡

Thank you to the Tampa Hispanic Bar Foundation for
hosting!

🌟 Employee Spotlight: Madelyn & Mia, our mitigation specialists, organized a clothing drive supporting Abe Brown Ministries' InspHire. The purpose? Empowering individuals with skills for employment. Kudos to our Social Services team for their commitment to community impact! 👏

Joining forces for a collective impact 🎯 Our recent contribution to @Hillsedufnd is making tech resources accessible for 721 students. Gratitude to our IT team for leading this meaningful effort 💻

Meet our exceptional Public Defender team! 🌟 Dive into the inspiring motivations that drive us to champion justice. Together, we're dedicated to making a difference. #PublicDefenders #HillsboroughCounty

Enjoyed another insightful morning at Café con Tampa where Cindy Stuart, Hillsborough County Clerk of Courts, highlighted her office's key responsibilities and their impact on Hillsborough County. 🌇☕

#CafeConTampa #HillsboroughCounty

Happy 190th Birthday,
Hillsborough County! 🎉

A big thank you to Cindy Stuart and her dedicated team
at the Clerk of the Courts & Comptroller office for their
impressive work digitizing records dating back to the
1800s. You can access them at 🌐hillsclerk.com.

Ahoy, Mateys! ⚓️ Wishing you a safe and exciting Gasparilla weekend from the Public Defender's Office! May your festivities be filled with good times, laughter, and a treasure trove of memories🪙 Navigate the events wisely, and have a fantastic time! 🏴‍☠️

#gasparilla #tampabay

Did you know? It's National Florida
Day! 🌴#FloridaLove #HillsboroughCounty #TampaBay

It's Hillsborough Day, mateys! 🎉 Today, our local delegation is in Tallahassee, bringing a taste of Tampa and spreading Gasparilla cheer to our Legislators.🏴‍☠️ #Tampa #HillsboroughDay #Gasparilla

Today, our Misdemeanor/Intake/Juvenile attorneys attended an insightful emotional agility panel, gaining valuable insights for navigating the legal landscape with empathy and resilience. Huge thanks to @FlaBarDiversity for hosting this enriching opportunity! 💼✨🤝⚖️

We appreciate our incredible team at the Law Offices of Julianne Holt! 🌟

Congrats, Rocky, on being featured in the Hillsborough County Bar Association Lawyer Magazine. Your leadership is truly valued.

Swipe to read about a day in his life as COO.

Congratulations to Freddy, the new President and CEO of the Boys and Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay. We appreciate your dedication to improving the lives of our youth in Hillsborough County. 🩵

NITA: where attorneys master the art of jury selection and

1️⃣Engage in realistic courtroom simulations
2️⃣Receive coaching from experienced attorneys
3️⃣Gain the confidence to navigate the courtroom with ease

#NITATraining #TrialAdvocacy #PublicDefender #Hillsborough

🔹Honoring Human Trafficking Awareness Month🔹 The Commission on Human Trafficking presented a proclamation at BOCC. Ms. Holt shed light on Florida's sex trafficking issues, urging agency collaboration. Grateful to survivor Kim Figueroa for sharing inspiring words🙏💙 [Pt. 1]

Congratulations to the new Board Members of the Hillsborough County Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers (HCACDL) ⚖️💫

Ms. Holt and Mr. Grantham have been recognized for their exceptional dedication to HCACDL and their outstanding contributions to Criminal Defense 👏

Check out our upcoming Attorney Career Fair:
pd13.state.fl.us/careerfair.html

Check out our upcoming Attorney Career Fair: pd13.state.fl.us/careerfair.html