Attorney I-III

Maricopa County

. Appear in court, represent clients at scheduled hearings and trials .

Posted 4/29/2026full-timeMesa • Arizona • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $82,250 - $165,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

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 locations
Review 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

Requirements

What you’ll need

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
Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire
Experience with juvenile delinquency matters

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

legal researchmotion compositionbrief writingcase preparationevidence revieworal argument presentationclient representationwitness interviewingtrial preparationlegal document drafting

Soft Skills

communicationanalytical thinkinginterpersonal skillspresentation skillsclient advocacynegotiationorganizational skillsproblem-solvingattention to detailtime management

Certifications

Juris Doctorlicense to practice lawState Bar of Arizona membershipContinuing Legal Education (CLE) credits