Schnelle Tonge has served Palm Beach County as a courtroom advocate, mentor, and leader within our justice system.

A longtime attorney with the Public Defender’s Office, Schnelle has handled thousands of cases across County, Juvenile, and Circuit Courts, bringing experience, professionalism, and sound judgment to every case.

Today, she serves as Chief of the Client Services and Felony Mental Health Division with the Palm Beach County Public Defender’s Office, helping lead efforts focused on legal advocacy and critical community resources.

TRUSTED TO LEAD. PREPARED TO SERVE.

• Nearly 20 years serving Palm Beach County
• Chief of multiple divisions within the Public Defender’s Office
• Extensive courtroom and trial experience
• Mentor and community advocate
• Nominated multiple times for judge by Judicial Nominating Commission

COMMITTED TO COMMUNITY.

• Mentor, Take Stock in Children
• Palm Beach County Bar Association
• Co-Chair, Delta Gems Mentorship Program
• F. Malcolm Cunningham Bar Association Executive Board
• Criminal Justice Commission initiatives

Schnelle Tonge’s career has been defined by service, mentorship, and a commitment to fairness and equal justice under the law.