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Maricopa County · 1 day ago

Arizona Lawyer Apprentice Program (ALAP) Prosecutor I

Phoenix, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$82K/yr - $106K/yr

Maricopa County is seeking law school graduates for the Arizona Lawyer Apprentice Program (ALAP) as Prosecutor I. The role involves working under supervision to gain experience in legal analysis, trials, and case resolution over a 24-month period, with the potential for continued employment upon achieving State Bar membership.

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Responsibilities

Discuss and present analyses of legal issues

Conduct trials, present oral arguments, and cover court

Interview witnesses regarding facts in the prosecution of cases

Research and analyze legal issues using both computerized legal research and hard copy tools

Compose memoranda and pleadings regarding legal issues of concern

Maintain professional relationships with victims, witnesses, law enforcement agencies, and members of the community

Negotiate the just resolution of assigned cases and comply with victims' rights

Qualification

ABA-accredited law schoolUniform Bar ExamLegal researchTrial conductOral argumentsWitness interviewingLegal writing

Required

Applicants must have graduated from an ABA-accredited-law school

Must be an ALAP applicant, meaning you have already submitted your application and are seeking qualified employment. Please refer to Administrative Order No. 2024-148 for a list of minimum qualifications

Applicants must be cleared through the MCAO's attorney background process including drug screen

Benefits

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer

Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorneys

Exceptional work-life balance

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