Public Entity Liability Defense Attorney

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

Job summary

Jobot, a small Arizona civil defense firm, seeks an attorney to defend public entities and employees across Arizona. The role focuses on civil rights matters under 42 U.S.C. § 1983, with opportunities to work on municipalities, school districts, and public agencies.

The ideal candidate has a JD, active AZ Bar, at least three years in civil litigation, and strong analytical, research, and writing skills. Excellent communication and multitasking in a fast-paced setting are essential.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Arizona State Bar in good standing.
• Min 3 years civil litigation; public entity defense preferred.
• Strong analytical and writing skills.
• Able to manage multiple cases in a fast-paced setting.
• Prior courtroom or deposition experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Represent public entities and employees in civil rights, tort defense, premises liability, and employment disputes.
• Handle cases from inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motions, and trial prep.
• Provide risk management guidance on pre-litigation matters and compliance issues.
• Communicate 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

Analytical thinking

Research & writing

Effective communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Salary: $130,000 - $200,000 per year

A bit about us:

We're a small Arizona civil defense firm that focuses heavily on civil rights violations brought pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 1983.

Why join us?

• Competitive comp
• Great hours
• Work place flexibility

Job Details

We are seeking a skilled attorney to join our team focusing on the defense of public entities. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience handling matters related to governmental liability, public entity defense, or general civil litigation. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex cases involving municipalities, school districts, and other public agencies across Arizona.

Responsibilities:

• Represent public entities and their employees in a wide range of matters, including civil rights claims, tort defense, premises liability, and employment-related disputes
• Handle cases from inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation
• Provide risk management guidance and counsel 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

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active and good standing membership with the Arizona State Bar
• Minimum of three years of experience in civil litigation, preferably with a focus on public entity defense or governmental liability
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with excellent research and writing skills
• Comfortable managing multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Prior courtroom or deposition experience strongly preferred

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