Public Entity Defense Attorney — Civil Rights & Govt Liability

Jobot; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 130,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Great hours

Workplace flexibility

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a skilled attorney to join our small Arizona civil defense firm, focusing on the defense of public entities under 42 U.S.C. § 1983.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of civil litigation experience, with emphasis on government liability and public entity defense across Arizona. You will represent municipalities, school districts, and other public agencies, handling matters from inception to resolution, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice,

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Active and good standing with the Arizona State Bar
• Minimum of three years of civil litigation experience
• Experience in public entity defense or governmental liability preferred
• Strong analytical and writing abilities
• Comfortable managing multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Represent public entities and employees in civil rights, tort defense, premises liability, and employment disputes
• Handle matters from inception through resolution including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, settlements, and trial prep
• Provide risk management guidance to public clients on pre-litigation matters and compliance issues
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and co-counsel throughout all stages of litigation
• Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings
• Stay current on developments in Arizona public entity law and related federal statutes

Skills

Civil litigation

Legal research

Writing

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Arizona Bar admission

Job description

Jobot is seeking a skilled attorney to join our small Arizona civil defense firm, focusing on the defense of public entities under 42 U.S.C. § 1983.

The ideal candidate has at least three years of civil litigation experience, with emphasis on government liability and public entity defense across Arizona. You will represent municipalities, school districts, and other public agencies, handling matters from inception to resolution, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice,