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State Bar of Arizona · 1 month ago

Attorney / Bar Counsel

Greater Phoenix Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$120K/yr - $130K/yr

5+ years exp

The State Bar of Arizona is a non-profit organization that operates under the supervision of the Arizona Supreme Court. They are seeking a Bar Counsel to ensure ethical standards are maintained and justice is served, involving responsibilities such as conducting investigations, drafting pleadings, and representing the Bar in various legal matters.

AssociationNon Profit

Hiring Manager

Trish McCarty

Responsibilities

Conducting investigations

Drafting and filing pleadings

Conducting discovery including taking and defending depositions

Conducting hearings before the Presiding Disciplinary Judge, Hearing Panels and in Superior Court as necessary

Preparing proposed findings of fact, conclusions of law and recommendations for trial

Preparing pleadings, motions, and responses in disciplinary proceedings

Making appearances before the Attorney Discipline Probable Cause Committee and the Supreme Court

Drafting appellate briefs and special actions; arguing appeals before the Supreme Court

Conducting all aspects of investigation and discipline of Legal Paraprofessionals and Alternative Business Structures in accordance with the rules

Makes recommendations of disposition and form of discipline

Prescreens and screens charges submitted to the State Bar

Conducts investigations into alleged misconduct or incapacity

Works with the Compliance Monitor in monitoring probation and diversion cases

Inform respondents or their counsel of terms and conditions of respondent’s participation in diversion programs or probation

Coordinate with other departments, as appropriate

Works with CLE in developing and presenting seminars and CLE programs

Provides guidance and direction to Independent Bar Counsel

Prepares memoranda, correspondence, and reports, as required

Exercises judgment in assessing facts and evaluating appropriate dispositions in cases involving specific legal practice areas

Exercises judgment in handling complex litigation and applying discipline experience in appropriate exercise of prosecutorial discretion

Provides guidance to assigned legal secretary, as required

Performs all other related duties, as assigned including discipline investigations and prosecution as needed

Qualification

J.D.Litigation experienceRules of Professional ConductMicrosoft 365Verbal skillsWritten skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsTime management skillsTeam oriented

Required

J.D required

Have a minimum of five (5) years successful practical legal experience including litigation/trial experience

Active member in good standing of the State Bar of Arizona

Performs all duties in compliance with internal procedures and external regulations

Thorough knowledge of all aspects of office management practices and procedures

Requires knowledge of the Rules of Professional Conduct and the Diversion Guidelines

Strong written and verbal skills

Ability to read, write, analyze, and interpret policies, procedures, and regulations

Must have high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Strong time management skills

Flexibility in schedule to meet business needs

Must be team oriented but able to work independently

Microsoft windows environment with Microsoft365 to include formatting and production of word processing documents, presentations, email and calendars, spreadsheets, and reports

Ability to use tools for video conferencing, as needed

Member in good standing with The State Bar of Arizona, and/or in all jurisdictions where licensed