Attorney II – III

Maricopa County

. Responsible for handling the dependency, severance, and guardianship appeals from the Juvenile Dependency Group within the Office of the Public Advocate.

Posted 4/22/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $102,000 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Responsible for handling the dependency, severance, and guardianship appeals from the Juvenile Dependency Group within the Office of the Public Advocate.
Direct staff and attorneys in filing and creating appellate cases
Draft and file briefs and motions with the Court of Appeals
Present oral arguments before the Court of Appeals
Provide guidance to trial attorneys on legal, appellate, and strategy issues
Handle petitions for review with the Arizona Supreme Court, as appropriate
Draft and/or collaborate on amicus briefs
Develop and present trainings, internally and externally (including statewide)
Participate in workgroups and committees pertinent to appellate practice

Requirements

What you’ll need

Three years of experience as a practicing attorney
Juris Doctor (JD) or Doctor of Jurisprudence from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved law school
Must be currently admitted to practice law and a member in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona at the time of hire
Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire
Significant experience with dependency practice and appeals

Benefits

Comp & perks

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

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Hard Skills & Tools

drafting briefsfiling motionsoral argumentsappellate strategylegal guidancedependency practiceamicus briefspetitions for reviewcase managementtraining development

Soft Skills

leadershipcommunicationcollaborationpresentation skillsorganizational skillsstrategic thinkingmentoringteamworkproblem-solvingadaptability

Certifications

Juris Doctor (JD)admitted to practice lawmember of State Bar of Arizona