Indigent Defense Attorney – Public Sector

Pinal County; Arizona; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick leave

Retirement plan

Medical plans

Dental and vision

Wellness program

Tuition reimbursement

Alternative work schedules

Telehealth

Public service loan forgiveness

Job summary

Pinal County is expanding with multiple attorney positions across indigent defense. Attorneys will represent indigent clients, prepare cases, and manage caseloads through all court phases. The role includes felony, misdemeanor, juvenile, and civil mental health matters with focus on high-quality advocacy.

Positions require JD, bar admission eligibility, and ability to work under supervision. Excellent written and oral communication, plus strong ethics, are essential for success in this pivotal

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Must pass a thorough background investigation.
• Arizona residents must have a valid AZ driver’s license upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality legal representation to indigent clients in defense and resolution of cases.
• Assist in defense of cases, review legal documents, and prepare case facts.
• Defend felony and misdemeanor cases, including juvenile delinquency and civil mental health matters.
• Review evidence, interview witnesses, prepare memoranda, and conduct cross-examinations.
• Represent clients at arraignments, hearings, and trials, negotiating and litigating as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Courtroom litigation

Case management

Negotiation

Oral communication

Written communication

Judgment & discretion

Public Defender knowledge

Criminal law knowledge

Juvenile law knowledge

Education

Juris Doctorate

Tools

None

Job description

Pinal County is expanding with multiple attorney positions across indigent defense. Attorneys will represent indigent clients, prepare cases, and manage caseloads through all court phases. The role includes felony, misdemeanor, juvenile, and civil mental health matters with focus on high-quality advocacy.

Positions require JD, bar admission eligibility, and ability to work under supervision. Excellent written and oral communication, plus strong ethics, are essential for success in this pivotal