Cochise County ยท 3 hours ago
Attorney I, II, III or IV
Cochise County is a quality location to work, live and enjoy life! They are seeking Attorneys I, II, III, or IV to assist and defend the Accused in various legal matters, including criminal charges and juvenile delinquency cases, while providing full representation to individuals in need of appointed assistance of counsel.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Initiates, engages, and defends litigation; performs legal research; reviews and prepares legal documents; renders legal advice to clients; performs factual investigations
May supervise junior staff; handles appeals
Supervises and reviews work of staff attorneys; performs organization and administrative duties
Under general supervision, supervises professional legal services of unusual difficulty; performs other legal services as assigned. Supervises and reviews the work of staff attorneys serving as Attorney I, II and III
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited law school and admission to the State Bar of Arizona for all levels (I, II, III, IV)
Must possess and maintain a valid Arizona driver's license and ability to be covered by county insurance for all levels (I, II, III, IV)
Minimum of two (2) years of relevant legal experience for Attorney II
Minimum of four (4) years of relevant legal experience for Attorney III
Ten (10) years of relevant legal experience and significant trial or litigation experience required for Attorney IV
Preferred
Preference may be given to individuals who speak Spanish
Preference may be given to individuals with governmental experience
Preference may be given to individuals with experience in criminal, appellate, and/or dependency case law
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package to include membership in the Arizona State Retirement System