Monroe County Public Defender

The Monroe County Attorney's Office serves as the legal representative for the Monroe County Board of County Commissioners and its staff across various civil and administrative matters. Comprising the County Attorney and eleven Assistant County Attorneys, the office is tasked with reviewing contracts, drafting ordinances, and representing the county during legal proceedings. In addition to handling legal matters, the office oversees risk management functions, assessing and defending claims against the county while ensuring appropriate insurance coverage for contracts and projects. It also manages public records requests, acting as the custodian of public records for the county's Board of County Commissioners. Generated from the website

Robert Lockwood serves as the Public Defender for the 16th Circuit in Monroe County, Florida, overseeing offices in Key West, Marathon, and Islamorada. With a focus on providing legal representation to those in need, the Monroe County Public Defender's office under Lockwood's leadership is dedicated to ensuring access to justice for all residents of the county. Generated from their website's infomation