Attorney I-III
About The Position
The Maricopa County Office of the Legal Defender is seeking candidates to represent indigent clients when appointed by the court, prepare cases for defense, and present cases in all phases of court proceedings. 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 – $135,250. Attorneys hired at a tier II will be compensated at a range of $102,000 – $148,500. Attorneys hired at a tier III will be compensated at a range of $114,500 – $171,750.
Requirements
- One year of experience as a practicing attorney
- License to practice law and a member in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona
- Juris Doctor or Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school
Nice To Haves
- Experience practicing as an attorney in the area of criminal law
- Experience with adult criminal matters
Responsibilities
- Appears in court, representing clients at scheduled hearings and trials
- Presents oral arguments as appropriate in support of clients’ legal interests
- Researches facts and analyzes legal issues using both computerized and printed legal research tools
- Composes motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents
- Prepares cases for trial by interviewing witnesses, visiting crime scenes, and other case-related locations
- Reviews evidence on- and off-site
- Discusses and presents analyses of legal issues to clients, court personnel, and related individuals
- Communicates in person and by phone with clients, opposing counsel, co-workers, supervisors, and others
- Travels to courts, jails, detention centers, and correctional facilities to effectively represent clients
- Provides leadership for professionals, including other attorneys, mitigation specialists, investigators, and paralegals, consistent with the current assignment
- Attends Continuing Legal Education seminars
Benefits
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer
- Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRAP) for attorneys
- 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
- Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave
- Extensive wellness program, including an incentive
- Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
