NEOGOV · 3 months ago
Attorney II
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
$102K/yr - $144K/yr
1+ years expNEOGOV is seeking an Attorney II to join the Maricopa County Office of the Legal Defender, where the primary responsibility is to represent indigent clients charged with criminal offenses. This role involves providing legal representation through various stages of court proceedings and advocating for clients' rights.
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Responsibilities
Appear in court, representing clients at scheduled hearings and trials
Present oral arguments as appropriate in support of clients’ legal interest
Negotiate deals and resolutions with State attorneys on behalf of our clients
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 court
Review evidence on- and off-site
Discuss and present analyses 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 seminars
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (JD) or Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved law school
One year of experience as a practicing attorney
License to practice law and a member in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona
Applications will be accepted from candidates who have passed the Arizona state bar examination, or those transferring UBE scores, and are awaiting admission to the bar, but such candidates cannot be hired until admitted
Valid Arizona driver's license upon hire
Preferred
Current admittance to the Arizona State Bar
Three years of experience as a practicing attorney
Experience practicing as an attorney in the area of criminal law
Experience with adult criminal matters
Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employer
Loan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorneys
Work with a greater purpose
Tuition reimbursement
Exceptional work-life balance
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
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
Generous paid time off
Paid sick leave
10 paid holidays
Affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
Coverage by one of several State-sponsored retirement pension plans
Employee assistance program
Wellness incentives
Life insurance
Disability
A group legal plan
Pet insurance
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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