Posting Date

11/19/24

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Pay Range

This position pays $17/hour.

This position is eligible for overtime compensation for all hours over 40 in the designated workweek.

Job Type

Unclassified

Department

Legal Defender

About the Position

Are you passionate about helping those in our community who are underserved? Join our team and make a difference by doing something you are passionate about! You can work as a Legal Intern/Extern or as a Rule Certified Limited Practice Student in our office. You will gain practical, hands-on experience working with experienced attorneys and legal professionals in both roles. We have positions available in Juvenile Dependency/Severance, Criminal Trial Group, and Early Disposition Court. This temporary position will be held at the end of the semester.

About Us

The Office of the Legal Defender consists of attorneys and support staff who help provide quality legal representation to indigent individuals assigned to us by the court, safeguarding the fundamental legal rights of each community member. Start your career adventure with us and seek just and equitable treatment for our clients!

Proud to Offer

Work with a greater purpose
Exceptional work-life balance
Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County
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We Require

Completion of one year of Law School

Job Contributions

Legal Intern / Extern

Attend and assist with various aspects of trial work, including jury selection
Assist in trial preparation
Attend and participate in witness interviews
Attend various hearing types, including status conferences, settlement conferences, and evidentiary hearings
Draft and edit pleadings
Meet with clients both in and out of jail
Research legal issues
Write legal memoranda
Review case files and assist assigned attorneys with additional needs
Participate in training related to criminal defense and the development of trial skills

Rule Certified Limited Practice Student

Represent indigent clients in criminal cases in Maricopa County Superior Court and Justice Courts
Handle preliminary hearings, plea proceedings, settlement conferences, sentencings, evidentiary hearings, and jury trials
Interview clients and witnesses
Draft motions
Receive specific training in all aspects of trial, including opening statements, closing arguments, direct and cross-examination, and voir dire
Participate in a clinical course to learn effective public speaking techniques
Receive regular feedback regarding verbal and written work from professors, experienced criminal defense attorneys, and other stakeholders

Working Conditions

Most work is performed in an office environment or courtroom. Requires working with traumatic subjects (crime scenes, accidents, etc.).

Selection Procedure

Only the most qualified candidates will be considered
Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications
Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile
Must 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-sensitive

Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer.

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