Attorney I-II

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About the Position

If you want to help others be intellectually challenged and live up to your potential then apply to be an Attorney with Public Advocate!

Were looking for someone who is a great oral communicator team player and an expert in conducting legal an Attorney youllrepresentindigent clients when appointed by the court and preparecases for the defense includingbut not limited to presenting such cases in all phases of court proceedings.

This recruitment is utilized to fill Attorney tier I II 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 $82250.00 -- $130500.00

• Attorneys hired at a tier II will be compensated at a range of $102000.00 $144500.00

About the Office of the Public Advocate

The Office of the Public Advocate seeks professionals both attorneys and legal staff members to join our legal defense team!

Were committed to the mission of protecting the fundamental rights of our clients. Were dedicated to providing effective legal representation to all indigent persons those individuals who are not able to afford the services of private lawyers when appointed by the Maricopa County Superior Court. Our clients include juveniles charged with criminal offenses parents and children in dependency and severance matters (loss of parental rights) and people facing court-ordered mental health evaluation and treatment.

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 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

• Learn more at Work With Us Maricopa County AZ

We Require

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

• License to practice law and member in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona

• Applications will be accepted from candidates who have passed the Arizona bar examination or those transferring UBE scores and are awaiting admission to the bar but such candidates cannot be hired until admitted

• Valid Arizona drivers license upon hire

We Also Value

• Two years of experience working with civil commitment proceedings (Rule 11 and Title 36)

Job Contributions

• Appear in court represent clients at scheduled hearings and trials

• Present oral arguments as appropriate in support of clients legal interests

• 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 evidence on- and off-site

• Discuss and present an analysis 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

• Attend Continuing Legal Education seminars

Working Conditions

• Ability to work with traumatic subject matter (crime scenes accidents etc.) interruptions time pressure high volumes of work handling multiple or complicated tasks unscheduled tasks frequently changing tasks accuracy decision making concentration/vigilance teamwork working in close physical proximity with others public contact and overtime/rotating shifts may be a common occurrence

• Ability to lift 15-25 pounds from floor to waist; 15 pounds waist to shoulder or shoulder to overhead; carry 15-25 pounds a distance of 100 feet or push/pull 100 pounds a distance of 100 feet

• Ability to travel to and from job-related locations on 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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