Public Defender Attorney Specialist

14 hours ago


Tucson, Arizona, United States Pima County Full time

**Overview of the Role**

Pima County is a dynamic and inclusive organization that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We are seeking highly skilled and experienced attorneys to join our Public Defense Services team.

**Salary Range:** $91,201 - $173,282 Annually

Job Description:

We are seeking Attorneys who can provide exceptional legal representation to individuals in felony cases, misdemeanor cases, juvenile delinquency matters, dependency and severance proceedings, Title 36 proceedings, guardianship cases, and appeals in Pima County. As an Attorney with our team, you will work collaboratively with paralegals and/or secretaries, social workers, and investigators to understand the circumstances and priorities of each client and advocate for their desired outcomes through strategic and personalized litigation, negotiation, and mitigation.

**Key Responsibilities:**

  • Prosecutes or defends the most difficult and complex criminal or civil cases, or voluminous caseloads requiring specialized experience and training, brought for and against the County, in State or Federal Courts;
  • Manages the most demanding criminal or civil cases in public sector law or manages caseloads requiring specialized skills and experience;
  • Represents County departments, boards, and commissions in civil litigation and administrative matters;
  • Prepares ordinances, resolutions, contracts, and leases for consideration by county officials;
  • Prepares legal opinions and advises county officials on a variety of legal matters;
  • Engages in negotiations for compromise and settlement of cases and complies with Victims' Rights;
  • Engages in pretrial, trial, post-trial, and appellate practice as required by cases;
  • Prepares litigation, deposes witnesses, provides witness notification, and conducts complex bench and jury trials;
  • Develops, refines, and presents legal strategies, reviews legal documents, extracts relevant information, evaluates legal issues and legal system variables and negotiates agreements;
  • Conduct research and provide consultation involving complex and difficult legal issues;
  • Researches and drafts legal motions, pleadings, briefs, and other legal documents;
  • Reviews, evaluates, and participates in investigations;
  • Complies with all rules regulating professional responsibility;
  • Upholds the values and goals of the assigned Department and County;
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements and Qualifications:

To be considered for this role, you must have:

  • A Juris Doctorate degree;
  • Five (5) years of relevant prosecution, defense, or civil experience;
  • Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the application;
  • Must be admitted to the Arizona State Bar at time of appointment and maintain good standing;
  • Some positions may require a valid Arizona Class D driver's license.

Why Join Our Team?

Pima County offers a competitive salary range, excellent benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional service and making a difference in your community, we encourage you to apply.



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