Senior Public Defender for Complex Criminal & Civil cases

Pimasheriff; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 99,000 - 188,000; Full time

Job summary

Pima County Public Defense Services in Tucson seeks an Attorney II to support the most complex criminal or civil cases with trial preparation, negotiation, and strong written advocacy across assigned matters.

Candidates must have a Juris Doctorate and at least five years of relevant experience; Arizona Bar admission is required. This role emphasizes independent judgment and collaboration with paralegals, social workers, and investigators to advocate for clients.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate and five years of relevant prosecution, defense, or civil experience.
• Admission to the Arizona State Bar at time of appointment, maintained in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Prosecutes or defends the most difficult and complex criminal or civil cases, or voluminous caseloads.
• Represents County departments in civil litigation and prepares ordinances, resolutions, contracts and leases for consideration by county officials.

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Pima County Public Defense Services in Tucson seeks an Attorney II to support the most complex criminal or civil cases with trial preparation, negotiation, and strong written advocacy across assigned matters.

Candidates must have a Juris Doctorate and at least five years of relevant experience; Arizona Bar admission is required. This role emphasizes independent judgment and collaboration with paralegals, social workers, and investigators to advocate for clients.