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Attorney

Attorney

CompanyMaricopa County
LocationMesa, AZ, USA, Phoenix, AZ, USA
Salary$80000 – $165000
TypeFull-Time
DegreesJD
Experience LevelMid Level, Senior

Requirements

  • 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

Responsibilities

  • 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

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with juvenile delinquency matters