Attorney I level attorneys perform entry level and/or intermediate level legal work. Attorneys at this level receive close supervision and support from higher-level attorney personnel in the performance of their duties. More experienced attorneys in this classification work increasingly independently under the general supervision of higher-level attorney personnel. Extensive officewide support and professional development opportunities are provided and encouraged in order to facilitate delivery of sustained, high-quality legal representation and advocacy.
Pima County Public Defense Services represents indigent individuals upon appointment by the Court in felony cases, misdemeanor cases, juvenile delinquency matters, dependency and severance proceedings, Title 36 proceedings, guardianship cases and appeals in Pima County. Attorneys provide direct client representation and handle diverse caseloads of various offenses, allegations, and degrees of seriousness. Attorneys work collaboratively and holistically with paralegals and/or secretaries, social workers and investigators to understand the circumstances and priorities of each client and advocate for their desired outcomes through strategic and personalized litigation, negotiation, and mitigation.
This posting for Pima County Public Defense Services (PDS) is to establish a register for current and future Attorney I vacancies which serve all PDS divisional offices (Public Defender, Legal Defender, Legal Advocate, Office of Children's Counsel, Mental Health Defender, Public Fiduciary). Visit www.pima.gov/pds for more information about Pima County Public Defense Services.
Juris Doctorate and admission to the Arizona State Bar at time of appointment, which must be maintained in good standing.