Attorney I - II

Posting Date

09 / 03 / 25

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Pay Range

$80,000 - $144,500 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Legal Defender

About the Position

Are you passionate about helping others? Are you someone who we can count on to advocate professionally, aggressively, and ethically on behalf of indigent clients charged with criminal offenses in Maricopa County?

If so, look no further as the Maricopa County Office of the Legal Defender is looking for 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 may be used to fill a current vacancy in the non-capital adult criminal trial group.

This recruitment is utilized to fill Attorney tier I - II 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 $80,000 - $130,500

Attorneys hired at a tier II will be compensated at a range of $99,000 - $144,500

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!

Proud to Offer

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 upcoming 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

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We Require

Juris Doctor or Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved law school

One year of experience as a practicing attorney for the Attorney II level

Other Requirements

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 licenseupon hire

We Also Value

Current admittance to the Arizona State Bar

One year of experience as a practicing attorney

Experience practicing as an attorney in the area of criminal law

Experience with adult criminal matters

Job Contributions

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, visiting crime scenes and other case-related locations

Review 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

Travel to courts, jails, detention centers and correctional facilities to effectively represent clients

Provide leadership for professionals, including other attorneys, mitigation specialists, investigators, and paralegals consistent with current assignment

Attend Continuing Legal Education seminars

Working Conditions

Office environment or court room

This position requires viewing traumatic subject matter including crime scenes, accidents, possible child abuse, etc.

Ability to meet deadlines with a high volume of work, interruptions, time pressures, handling multiple or complicated tasks, unscheduled tasks, frequently changing tasks, accuracy, decision making, concentration / vigilance, and / or teamwork

This position requires contact with the public and close working relationships with other staff members

Ability to lift, carry, or push up to 35 pounds for 200-300 feet

Work requires travel to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles and / or private vehicles used on County business

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

Must pass a pre-employment background and / or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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