Attorney - Litigation

Posting Date07/01/24Application DeadlineOpen Until FilledPay Range$77,500 - $160,000 annuallySalary 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 for all hours worked over 40 in the designated workweek.Job TypeClassifiedDepartmentCounty AttorneyAbout the PositionThe Civil Division of the Maricopa County Attorney's Office represents and defends Maricopa County, the various elected County officials, and employees in a variety of litigation matters in State and Federal Courts. This attorney position will be a part of the litigation team in the Civil Division defending these various litigation matters. The successful candidate will work with a team of litigators handling cases that include excessive force, wrongful death, and other police liability matters; state law tort claims ranging from trip and fall to road design and maintenance issue; prosecuting environmental and zoning enforcement matters; and other matters as necessary. The position requires collaborating with others in the Civil Division to bring about a successful resolution to the cases, as well as providing clients with advice on litigation strategies and assessments of liabilities.About the Office of the County AttorneyWe believe in integrity. We believe in justice for all. And, in addition to delivering high-quality prosecution services to the residents of Maricopa County, we are equally proud to provide high-quality civil legal services to Maricopa County, its agencies and employees for the benefit of the citizens of Maricopa County. If you would like to utilize your talents and skills to stand up and represent Maricopa County, Maricopa County elected officials and their employees, apply today, and join our team!Proud to OfferPerform work with a greater purposeTuition ReimbursementGrowth and stability since 1871Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyExceptional work-life balanceLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsEnrollment in Arizona State Retirement SystemPaid vacation, sick, and parental (birth/adoption) leavesExtensive wellness program with $60 monthly medical premium discountsEmployee discounts for goods and servicesWe RequireJuris Doctorate (Professional) degree from an ABA-accredited law schoolThree (3) years of experience in civil litigation with experience litigating cases in state or federal courtOther RequirementsValid Arizona driver's license upon hireSuccessful candidates must be admitted to practice law and be in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona at the time of applicationNOTE: The Maricopa County Attorney's Office requires a thorough background check of all successful candidates and is authorized to test prospective employees for the presence of illegally accessed drugs. Drug testing is conducted once an offer has been extended and before placement.We Also ValueExperience in handling appeals in state or federal courtExperience practicing law in a government setting and to those with direct civil litigation experience in federal and state courtsJob ContributionsConduct legal research and analyze legal issues using both computerized legal research and hard copy toolsHandle a broad spectrum of civil litigation matters including claims alleging various civil rights violations, excessive force, deliberate indifference to medical needs, state law torts, and many other claimsAssist appellate group when needed with writing and editing appellate briefsDraft reports and status updates, motions, and various other court documents as necessary, as well as legal advice memorandumRepresent clients virtually and in person at status conferences, oral arguments, evidentiary and other hearings as set by the Court, and at trialProvide litigation risk analysis and status reports to the Practice Group Leader, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors, the Maricopa County Risk Manager, and clients on all cases and matters assignedResponsible for compliance with the continuing legal education requirements and other requirements imposed by the State Bar of ArizonaWorking ConditionsOffice setting in high volume, fast-paced environment with frequent stressful situationsMay require long periods of sitting while completing paperwork, standing and moving about while performing dutiesAbility to travel to and from various county locations for court appearances, meetings, and training, using personal or county-owned vehiclesAbility to move up to 20 poundsSelection ProcedureOnly the most qualified candidates will be consideredConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.Apply Now!

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