Attorney Senior Counsel

About the PositionThis Civil Deputy County Attorney works within the Civil Services Division of the Maricopa County Attorney’s Office, in the Human Resources, Behavioral Health, and Probate Practice Group. The successful candidate will be able to lead the probate practice, including advising the Public Fiduciary’s Office, preparing pleadings, and attending hearings in court. The Senior Counsel will mentor other attorneys and support staff in the probate practice area.About the Civil Services DivisionThe Civil Services Division of the Maricopa County Attorney's Office serves as a law firm that provides legal representation and advice to the Maricopa County government, including its elected officials, departments, and employees. Our work involves defending legal actions, lawsuits, and claims brought against County entities, including Section 1983, tort, election, and tax litigation. We also provide legal advice to County officials on various public law topics. Additionally, we process public records requests for the Maricopa County Attorney. Our division has four practice groups: Litigation; Government Advice & Elected Officials; Human Resources, Behavioral Health, and Probate Group; and Appeals, Election Law, Public Records, & Tax.If you want to utilize your talents and skills, apply today and join our team!Proud to OfferPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) employerLoan Repayment Assistance Program (LRHP) for attorneysWork with a greater purposeTuition reimbursementExceptional work-life balanceOpportunities for growth and development within Maricopa CountyLow-cost, high-value healthcare for you and your qualifying dependentsChild care benefits including access to our upcoming on-site center Maricopa County Kids Club, dedicated to serving Maricopa County families exclusivelyPaid vacation, sick time, and parental leaveExtensive wellness program, including healthcare premium discountsMaricopa 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 1Learn more at Work With Us | Maricopa County, AZWe RequireJuris Doctor (JD) from an accredited and American Bar Association (ABA) approved law schoolSix years of experience as a practicing attorneySuccessful candidates must be admitted to practice law and be in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona at the time of applicationValid Arizona driver’s license upon hireThe Maricopa County Attorney’s Office requires a thorough background check of all successful candidates and is authorized to test prospective employees for the presence of illegally accessed drugs. Drug testing is conducted once an offer has been extended and before placementWe Also ValueExceptional research and writing skillsExperience handling probate mattersJob ContributionsPerform complex legal work and analysis as it pertains to litigation issues involving the clientConduct research and analyze legal issues using both computerized legal research and hard copy toolsDraft various documents, including report and update motions, memorandums, and various other court documentsAttend court to present and defend the client at status conferences, oral arguments on motions, in evidentiary hearings and other hearings as set by the courtResponsible for compliance with the continuing legal education requirements and other requirements imposed by the State Bar of ArizonaWorking ConditionsTeleworking is available after a probationary period at the discretion of management and the needs of the officeMay require extended periods of sitting while completing paperwork, standing, and moving about while performing dutiesAbility to travel to and from various county locations for court appearances, meetings and trainings, utilizing personal or county-owned vehicleAbility to move up to 20 poundsSelection ProcedureOnly the most qualified candidates will be consideredConsideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applicationsCandidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profileMust pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitiveMaricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.JR18383 #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-08