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Attorney I-III
Maricopa County —Phoenix, AZ
- $82,250 - $171,750 a year
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
- Travel
- Wellness program
- Tuition reimbursement
Arraignment Court Public Defender
City of Mesa, AZ —Mesa, AZ
- $65 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- English
- Mid-level
Attorney III
Maricopa County —Phoenix, AZ
- $114,500 - $171,750 a year
- Online Application
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Wellness program
- Tuition reimbursement
Mental Health Appeals Attorney
Maricopa County —Phoenix, AZ
- $102,000 - $195,500 a year
- Overtime
- Mid-level
- Office
- 3 years
- Wellness program
- Tuition reimbursement
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Justice System Clerk
Maricopa County —Phoenix, AZ
- $20.25 - $32.50 an hour
- Online Application
- Administrative experience
- High school diploma or GED
- Analysis skills
- Wellness program
- Tuition reimbursement
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Attorney I-III

Maricopa County -
Phoenix, AZ

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Job Details

Full-time
$82,250 - $171,750 a year

Benefits

Wellness program
Tuition reimbursement
Parental leave
Loan forgiveness
Loan assistance
Retirement plan

Qualifications

Driver's License
Bar

Full Job Description

Posting Date

07/06/26

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Pay Range

$82,250 - $171,750 annually

Salary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. This 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 current vacancies in the non-capital adult criminal trial group.

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

About Us

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 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
Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

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

We Also Value

Experience practicing as an attorney in the area of criminal law
Experience with adult criminal matters

Job Contributions

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

Working Conditions

Most work is performed in an indoor office or courtroom environment and requires viewing traumatic subject matter, including crime scenes, accidents, etc.
Must have the 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 teamwork
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
Valid Arizona driver's license is required upon hire
Work requires traveling to and from job-related locations during a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of a County or private vehicle used on County business

Selection Procedure

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 and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact [email protected] to initiate the interactive process.

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