Assistant Attorney General, Criminal Division (Remote)

Arizona State Government; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Sick leave

Vacation with 10 paid holidays per yea

Retirement plan

Life insurance and long-term disabled

Job summary

Arizona State Government, Office of the Attorney General, Criminal Division, seeks Assistant Attorneys General to perform complex legal work for the State of Arizona. Responsibilities include providing legal counsel, representing the State in criminal matters, and supporting victims and witnesses.

Ideal candidates will have substantial criminal prosecution experience, strong trial skills, and a license to practice law in Arizona.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of applicable statutes, case law and court rules.
• Knowledge of legal techniques and formats for legal documents.
• Experience in complex litigation and trial preparation.
• Ethical standards for lawyers and public employees.
• Ability to coordinate with law enforcement and agencies.
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides legal representation including advice and representation in complex cases in State and Federal court.
• Prepares legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, and memoranda.
• Investigates; interviews clients; reviews documents and evidence; conducts legal research; conducts discovery; reviews and analyzes cases for trial; appears in court.
• Responds to inquiries from law enforcement and the general public.
• Attends meeting and trainings as necessary.

Skills

Statutes and case law knowledge

Litigation strategy

Oral and written advocacy

Interpersonal skills with stakeholders

Ethical standards for lawyers

Investigation and discovery

Judgment and decision making

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Arizona State Government, Office of the Attorney General, Criminal Division, seeks Assistant Attorneys General to perform complex legal work for the State of Arizona. Responsibilities include providing legal counsel, representing the State in criminal matters, and supporting victims and witnesses.

Ideal candidates will have substantial criminal prosecution experience, strong trial skills, and a license to practice law in Arizona.