Attorney III

1810 S Lewis St, Mesa, AZ 85210, USFull-time$115k–$172k2026-11-09 → 2026-11-10

Hybrid

Core

Represent indigent clients in juvenile dependency and severance court proceedings, preparing cases and appearing in hearings.

Role type

Mid-level public defender attorney (dependency/severance)

Builds

Court representations and legal documentation for indigent clients

Domain

Public law / Juvenile dependency

Deliverable

client delivery

Required skills

litigation, legal research, motion drafting, witness interviewing, oral argument, case preparation

Preferred skills

Arizona dependency/severance proceedings, 7+ years in dependency/severance

Technologies

computerized legal research tools

Responsibilities

Appear in court representing clients, present oral arguments, research facts and analyze legal issues, compose motions and briefs, prepare cases for trial by interviewing witnesses, review evidence, discuss legal analyses with clients and court personnel, travel to courts and detention centers, provide leadership to support staff, attend CLE seminars

Seniority

Mid-level, hands-on IC

About maricopa

Located in one of the fastest-growing and largest counties in the nation, the Maricopa County Air Quality Department continues to develop innovative programs and engage the community so customers, residents, and visitors can live, work, and play in a healthy environment. Air quality has improved significantly over the last 20 years, and the department remains committed to increasing compliance with air quality permits and regulations and strengthening the community's knowledge of air quality issues. From continually monitoring the air we breathe to permitting and inspecting sources of air poll