Public Entity Liability Defense Attorney

Public Entity Liability Defense Attorney $130000 - $200000 per year | Phoenix, AZ | On-Site | Permanent A bit about us: We're a small Arizona civil defense firm that focuses heavily on civil rights violations brought pursuant to 42 U.S.C. § 1983. Why join us? Competitive comp Great hours Work place flexibility Job Details We are seeking a skilled attorney to join our team focusing on the defense of public entities. The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience handling matters related to governmental liability, public entity defense, or general civil litigation. This role offers the opportunity to work on complex cases involving municipalities, school districts, and other public agencies across Arizona. Responsibilities: Represent public entities and their employees in a wide range of matters, including civil rights claims, tort defense, premises liability, and employment‑related disputes Handle cases from inception through resolution, including pleadings, discovery, depositions, motion practice, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation Provide risk management guidance and counsel to public clients on pre‑litigation matters and compliance issues Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and co‑counsel throughout all stages of litigation Participate in mediations, arbitrations, and court hearings Stay current on developments in Arizona public entity law and related federal statutes Qualifications: Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school Active and good standing membership with the Arizona State Bar Minimum of three years of experience in civil litigation, preferably with a focus on public entity defense or governmental liability Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with excellent research and writing skills Comfortable managing multiple cases and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment Prior courtroom or deposition experience strongly preferred Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. #J-18808-Ljbffr