Job TitleUnder general supervision, performs professional work of moderate difficulty to prosecute or defend civil and/or criminal cases of moderate difficulty and complexity; advises on legal matters; performs related work as assigned.Essential Job Functions· Reviews legal cases to determine if sufficient cause exists to prosecute. · Advises law enforcement officers and witnesses of legal procedures. · Files complaints on misdemeanor and felony cases, including first degree murder involving death penalty case. · Prosecutes or defends cases in Justice and Superior Courts. · Confers with clients. Advises clients regarding their legal rights, courses of action and strength of a case.
· Advises County departments, boards and commissions on legal matters. · Handles adoption petitions, condemnation proceedings and difficult matters on administrative or civil law. · Reviews performance and gives instructions and guidance in court procedures, trial techniques and in matters of law. · Conducts legal research by computer. · Obtains and reviews source documents such as police reports, medical records, and transcripts. Locates and interviews witnesses.
· Prepares and files necessary court documents. · Attends and participates in court appearances and legal proceedings.Knowledge and Skills· Knowledge of principles and procedures of the Arizona justice system. · Knowledge of the application of statutes and legal precedents. · Knowledge of legal and administrative proceedings. · Knowledge of the preparation of legal defenses and prosecutions. · Skill in rendering logical, clear and effective arguments.
· Skill in interpreting statutes, case histories and various laws. · Skill in effectively communicating verbally and in writing. · Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies and the public. · Skill in preparing documents by word processing. · Skill in computerized legal research.Desirable QualificationsJuris Doctorate from an accredited law school and current membership in the State Bar of Arizona; AND five years applicable legal experience.