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Gila County

Deputy County Attorney, Civil Division

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A Lawyer represents clients in legal matters or court proceedings, provides legal advice and draws up legal documents. Works on criminal or civil cases, and either specializes in one area or practices broadly across all areas of law.

$129,781 / year median in Arizona

+14% projected growth

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The purpose of the Deputy County Attorney, Civil Division is to provide competent legal advice and representation to the Board of Supervisors (BOS) and other County elected officials and to assist the County Attorney in all civil matters. This attorney stands as a gatekeeper for all legal actions taken by the BOS and helps further County goals and helps minimize the risk of litigation against the County as well as the personal liability of County elected officials for their official actions. This position provides legal advice and representation for assigned County bodies as well as legal revision and approval of the County's legal contracts. Provides legal advice and representation for Board of Supervisors, other County elected officials, County department heads, and boards of Gila Community College District and other special taxing districts. Prosecutes all civil actions involving the County and defends the County in all civil actions not covered by the County insurance risk pool. Provides legal review, revision and approval of legal contracts entered into by County. Assists County Attorney in other assigned tasks and acting for County Attorney in assigned adjudicative proceedings. Provides consultation to newer attorneys within County Attorney's Office. Performs other duties as assigned. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account