Attorney I

Posting Date07/28/26Application Deadline08/11/26Pay Range$82,250 - $135,250 annuallySalary offers are based on the candidate's equivalent experience and internal equity with other employees within the same job classification. The position is not eligible for overtime compensation.Job TypeUnclassifiedDepartmentLegal DefenderAbout the PositionAre you passionate about helping others?  Are you someone who we can count on to advocate professionally, aggressively, and ethically on behalf of indigent clients charged with criminal offenses in Maricopa County?  Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment?If so, look no further, as the Maricopa County Office of the Legal Defender is looking for candidates to represent indigent clients appointed by the court who are charged with criminal felony offenses.  As an Attorney I in the Early Disposition Court, you provide representation in all stages up and through probable cause determination or to the conclusion of a case via sentencing, diversion, or dismissal; including but not limited to, initial appearance, status conferences, witness preliminary hearings, sentencings, mitigation hearings, restitution hearings, and all of the negotiations in between.This recruitment is utilized to fill two Attorney tier I vacancies in the Early Disposition Court.The level and compensation offered will be based on the education and experience provided on the application.  Attorneys hired at a tier I will be compensated at a range of $82,250 – $135,250About UsThe Office of the Legal Defender consists of attorneys and support staff helping to provide quality legal representation to indigent individuals assigned to us by the court, thus safeguarding the fundamental legal rights of each member of the community.If you would like to seek just and equitable treatment for our clients, apply today and join our team!Proud to OfferPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employerLoan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorneysWork with a greater purposeTuition reimbursementOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsChild care benefits, including access to our on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County familiesPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including an incentiveEnrollment in the Arizona State Retirement System, a defined retirement benefit requiring a 11.98% per paycheck contribution rate that includes a 100% employer match on Day 1Want to learn more about the County’s Qualifying and Compensation Philosophy? Follow this link to learn more!  Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe RequireJuris Doctor (JD) or Doctor of Jurisprudence degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) approved law schoolLicense to practice law and a member in good standing with the State Bar of ArizonaPlease Note: Applications will be accepted from candidates who hav...