Deputy Public Defender

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Deputy Public Defender
The candidate 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. Reviews legal cases to determine if sufficient cause exists to prosecute. Advises law enforcement officers and witnesses of legal procedures. Files complaints on high misdemeanor, felony and probation revocations cases. 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. Reviews performance and gives instructions and guidance in court procedures, trial techniques and in matters of law. Conducts legal research on 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. Must have knowledge of principles and procedures of the Arizona justice system. Must have knowledge of the application of statutes and legal precedents. Must have knowledge of legal and administrative proceedings. Must have knowledge of the preparation of legal defenses and prosecutions. Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school and current membership in the State Bar of Arizon. Must have 2+ years’ applicable legal experience.

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