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Navajo County · 2 hours ago

Attorney I

Holbrook, AZ

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

Navajo County is seeking an Attorney I to perform professional legal work in prosecuting or defending civil and criminal cases. The role involves advising clients on legal matters, conducting legal research, and participating in court proceedings.

GovernmentInternetLegal

Responsibilities

Reviews legal cases to determine if sufficient cause exists to prosecute

Advises law enforcement officers and witnesses of legal procedures

Files complaints on Justice Court misdemeanor cases

Prosecutes or defends cases in Justice Courts

Confers with clients. Advises clients regarding their legal rights, courses of action and strength of a case

Reviews performance and gives instructions and guidance in court procedures, trial techniques and in matters of law

Conducts legal research on own behalf and that of other attorneys by computer

Obtains and reviews source documents such as police reports, medical records, and transcripts. Locates and interviews witnesses

Prepares and files necessary court documents

Attends and participates in court appearances and legal proceedings

Qualification

Arizona justice systemLegal researchLegal argumentsJuris DoctorateState Bar membershipDocument preparationEffective communicationRelationship building

Required

Under general supervision, performs professional work of considerable difficulty in prosecuting or defending civil and/or criminal cases and advising on legal matters; performs related work as assigned