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Maricopa County
United States, Arizona, Phoenix
234 North Central Avenue (Show on map)
Jun 26, 2025
Posting Date 06/25/25 Application Deadline 07/02/25 Pay Range The pay for this position is $17 hourly. Job Type Temporary Department Legal Advocate About the Position Are you passionate about helping the underserved in our community? Join our team and make a difference doing something you love! In this position, you will have an opportunity to work as either a Legal Intern / Extern or as a Rule Certified Limited Practice Student in our office. In both roles, you will gain practical, hands-on experience working side by side with experienced attorneys and legal professionals. This will be a temporary part-time position at $17/hour, and working up to 220 hours per semester. This position will conclude at the end of the semester. About Us We provide high-quality legal representation to our clients while protecting the fundamental rights of every member of the community. The Office of the Legal Advocate is made up of hard-working and dedicated people who believe in safeguarding the constitutional rights of the indigent clients we serve. We strive to build a stronger team with every team member we add because every one of our colleagues plays an integral part in delivering excellent representation. If you want to work in a dynamic, supportive, and pivotal office, please consider applying to the Office of the Legal Advocate! Proud To Offer Work with a greater purpose Opportunities for growth and development within Maricopa County Learn more at Work With Us \| Maricopa County, AZ We Require This position is open to candidates who have completed at least one year of a Juris Doctor (JD) program at an accredited law school. Job Contributions Attends and assists with various aspects of trial work, including jury selection Assists in trial preparation Attends and participates in witness interviews Attends various hearing types, including status conferences, settlement conferences, and evidentiary hearings Drafts and edits pleadings Meets with clients both in and out of jail Researches legal issues Writes legal memoranda Reviews case files and assists assigned attorneys with additional needs Participates in training related to criminal defense and the development of trial skills Rule Certified Limited Practice Student Represents indigent clients in criminal cases in Maricopa County Superior Court and Justice Courts Handles preliminary hearings, plea proceedings, settlement conferences, sentencings, evidentiary hearings, and jury trials Interviews clients and witnesses Drafts motions Receives specific training in all aspects of trial, including opening statements, closing arguments, direct and cross-examination, and voir dire Participates in a clinical course to learn effective public speaking techniques Receives regular feedback regarding verbal and written work from professors, experienced criminal defense attorneys, and other stakeholders Other tasks as directed by a supervising attorney to ensure effective representation is provided Working Conditions Most work is performed in an office environment or a courtroom. Requires the ability to work with traumatic subject matter (crime scenes, accidents, etc.). Selection Procedure Only the most qualified candidates will be considered Consideration will only be given to candidates who submit online applications Candidates will be contacted primarily through email and their Workday online application profile Must pass a pre-employment background and/or fingerprint investigation as required by statute or policy, including drug and alcohol testing requirements for positions designated as safety-sensitive Maricopa County is an equal opportunity employer. Apply Now!