Attorney I - III

Maricopa County•Phoenix, AZ

About The Position

Are you committed to serving your community and making a difference in the lives of parents in Juvenile Dependency/Severance cases? If you are someone we can count on to advocate professionally, aggressively, and ethically on behalf of parents, look no further than the Maricopa County Office of the Legal Defender! We are looking for a candidate to represent indigent clients when appointed by the court, prepare cases for defense, and present cases in all phases of court proceedings. This recruitment may be used to fill current vacancies in the Juvenile Dependency/Severance. This position may be assigned to the Old Court House (downtown Phoenix) or one of the JD/JS satellite offices at Mesa or Durango court buildings. This recruitment is utilized to fill Attorney tier I – III positions. The level and compensation offered will be based on the education and experience provided on the application. Attorneys hired at a tier I will be compensated at a range of $82,250 -- $130,500 Attorneys hired at a tier II will be compensated at a range of $102,000 – $144,500 Attorneys hired at a tier III will be compensated at a range of $114,500 -- $165,000 About the Office of the Legal Defender The Office of the Legal Defender consists of attorneys and support staff helping to provide quality legal representation to indigent individuals assigned to us by the court, thus safeguarding the fundamental legal rights of each member of the community. If you would like to seek just and equitable treatment for our clients, apply today and join our team!

Requirements

Juris Doctor or Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved law school
License to practice law and a member in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona
Applications will be accepted from candidates who have passed the Arizona state bar examination, or those transferring UBE scores, and are awaiting admission to the bar, but such candidates cannot be hired until admitted
Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire

Nice To Haves

One or more years practicing Juvenile Dependency/Severance cases
Intermediate bilingual (English/Spanish) skills

Responsibilities

Appear in court, representing clients at scheduled hearings and trials
Present oral arguments as appropriate in support of clients’ legal interest
Research facts and analyze legal issues using both computerized and printed legal research tools
Compose motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents
Prepare cases for trial by interviewing witnesses, traveling to various locations, and reviewing evidence on- and off-site
Discuss and present analyses of legal issues to clients, court personnel, and related individuals
Communicate in person and by phone with clients, opposing counsel, co-workers, supervisors, and others
Attend Continuing Legal Education seminars

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer
Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorneys
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
Low-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependents
Child care benefits including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusively
Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
Extensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discounts
Maricopa County participates in the Arizona State Retirement System. This defined retirement benefit requires a 12% monthly contribution rate and includes a 100% employer match on Day 1