Attorney I-III

Posting Date

09/22/26

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Pay Range

$82,250 - $171,750 annually

Salary 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.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Public Advocate

About the Position

If you want to help others, be intellectually challenged, and live up to your potential, then apply to be an Attorney with Public Advocate!

We're looking for someone who is a great oral communicator, team player, and an expert in conducting legal research. As an Attorney, you’ll represent indigent clients when appointed by the court and prepare cases for defense including, but not limited to, presenting such cases in all phases of court proceedings.

This position will be Title 36 Civil commitment proceedings (Title 36)

This recruitment is utilized to fill Attorney tier I – III positions. The level and compensation offered will be based on the education and experience provided on the application.

Attorneys hired at a tier I will be compensated at a range of 82,250.00 - $135,250.00

Attorneys hired at a tier II will be compensated at a range of $102,000.00 - $148,500.00

Attorneys hired at a tier III will be compensated at a range of $114,500.00 - $171,750.00

This position will be located at: 5102 W. Campbell Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85031

About the Office of the Public Advocate

The Office of the Public Advocate seeks professionals, both attorneys, and legal staff members, to join our legal defense team!

We're committed to the mission of protecting the fundamental rights of our clients. We're dedicated to providing effective legal representation to all indigent persons, those individuals who are not able to afford the services of private lawyers, when appointed by the Maricopa County Superior Court. Our clients include juveniles charged with criminal offenses, parents, and children in dependency and severance matters (loss of parental rights), and people facing court-ordered mental health evaluation and treatment.

Proud to Offer

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer

Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorneys

Work with a greater purpose

Tuition reimbursement

Exceptional work-life balance, with hybrid and alternative work schedule options

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

Paid vacation, sick time, and parental leave

Extensive wellness program, including an incentive

Enrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1

Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more! Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZ

We Require

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 at the time of hire

Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire

We Also Value

Two years of experience working with civil commitment proceedings (Title 36)

Job Contributions

Appear in court, represent clients at scheduled hearings and trials

Present oral arguments as appropriate in support of clients’ legal interest

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 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 (CLE) seminars

Working Conditions

Ability to work with traumatic subject matter (crime scenes, accidents, etc.), interruptions, time pressure, high volumes of work, handling multiple or complicated tasks, unscheduled tasks, frequently changing tasks, accuracy, decision making, concentration/vigilance, teamwork, working in close physical proximity with others, public contact, and overtime/rotating shifts may be a common occurrence

Ability to lift 15-25 pounds from floor to waist; 15 pounds waist to shoulder or shoulder to overhead; carry 15-25 pounds a distance of 100 feet or push/pull 100 pounds a distance of 100 feet

Ability to travel to and from job-related locations on a scheduled workday, subject to County policies regarding the use of County vehicles and/or private vehicles used on County business

Selection Procedure

Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications

Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile

Must 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-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application process or to perform the essential functions of the position under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact MHRFeedback@maricopa.gov to initiate the interactive process.

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