Attorney II

Posting Date

08/22/25

Application Deadline

08/25/25

Pay Range

$99,000 - $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 Advocate

About the Position

Come be a part of a dynamic legal team as an Attorney at the Office of the Legal Advocate!

As an Attorney, you will have an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of indigent clients appointed to our office by the court. You will put your legal skills to work preparing cases and representing clients through all phases of the court proceedings, all while having a positive impact on those in our community who are impoverished.

NOTE: This recruitment will be used to fill a current vacancy in the Felony criminal group.

About Maricopa County's Office of the Legal Advocate

We provide high-quality legal representation to our clients while protecting the fundamental rights of every member of the community.

The Office of the Legal Advocate is made up of hard-working and dedicated people who believe in safeguarding the constitutional rights of the indigent clients we serve.

We strive to build a stronger team with every team member we add, because every one of our colleagues plays an integral part in delivering excellent representation.

If your goal is to be part of a dynamic, supportive, and pivotal office, please consider applying to the Office of the Legal Advocate!

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 from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved law school

• One year of experience as a practicing attorney

• Must be admitted to practice law and a member in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona at the time of application

• Valid Arizona driver’s license upon hire

We Prefer

• Experience with adult criminal matters

• Three years or more of experience as a practicing attorney in the area of criminal law

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 the current assignment

• Attend Continuing Legal Education seminars

Working Conditions

• Ability to work with traumatic subject matter (crime scenes, accidents, etc.)

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