Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Phoenix, AZ

Government

Phoenix, AZ

Criminal Law - Prosecution Attorney in Phoenix, AZ

Attorney

Min 10 yrs required

No

SENIOR LITIGATION COUNSEL

Job Title:
Senior Litigation Counsel

Job Responsibilities:
The Senior Litigation Counsel for the organization is responsible for assisting the Health Care Fraud & Abuse Section (HCFA) Section Chief with various duties and responsibilities, including managing a large section within the Criminal Division. The role involves overseeing criminal prosecutors tasked with investigating and prosecuting complex fraud-related felony cases. Key responsibilities include:

- Managing a caseload of complex fraud cases, coordinating with law enforcement agencies, and issuing grand jury subpoenas when necessary.
- Establishing litigation strategy, negotiating and drafting settlements, coordinating, analyzing, responding to, and/or initiating discovery efforts.
- Preparing and/or responding to and arguing all pretrial pleadings, handling all trial matters including witness preparation, examination, cross-examination, and argument.
- Preparing and responding to appellate matters as needed, including briefing and argument, and performing extensive legal research.
- Keeping the Section Chief Counsel informed of all actions that might require immediate attention.
- Establishing and maintaining inter-agency relationships with various law enforcement personnel throughout Arizona.
- Directing criminal investigations and prosecutions by mentoring Assistant Attorney Generals (AAGs) and managing their workload and performance.
- Assisting with interviews to hire employees within the HCFA Section.
- Advising and consulting with law enforcement on case development and strategies, reviewing police reports, bank records, interviews, and other relevant investigative material.
- Issuing grand jury subpoenas and reviewing the scope of requests, reviewing investigative affidavits and orders, and meeting with victims and/or witnesses.
- Evaluating the sufficiency of evidence to sustain criminal charges with a substantial likelihood of conviction.
- Determining criminal charges, identifying applicable statutory allegations and/or enhancers, composing evidence summaries for charges, and preparing exhibits.
- Drafting bond recommendations based on criminal history and applicable statutory factors.
- Reviewing grand jury procedures with law enforcement witnesses and preparing witnesses for testimony.
- Reviewing any material submitted by defense counsel for exculpation or mitigation, if submitted.
- Presenting criminal cases to grand jury for consideration and appearing for returns/Initial Appearances (IAs).
- Appearing in court on all criminal matters, including regular calendar, evidentiary hearings, and trials.
- Preparing motions/pleadings for filing in court, researching state/federal criminal and constitutional law, interpreting statutes and applicable law, conducting pretrial discovery, and interviewing witnesses.
- Conducting plea negotiations, preparing cases for trial, discussing trial strategies, and preparing sentencing memoranda.
- Preparing or responding to special actions, responding to post-conviction motions for restoration of rights, and petitions on entry of records.
- Conducting law enforcement trainings, participating in community outreach, representing the Attorney General's Office on advisory boards, and attending meetings and seminars as necessary and required.
- Performing other duties as assigned related to the position.

Education and Experience Information:
- A minimum of 10 years of legal experience is preferred.
- Admission to, and good standing with, the Arizona State Bar is required. Candidates must have an active Arizona State Bar license.
- Attorney applicants are required to submit a writing sample with their resume/application profile, which should contain an analysis of some substantive legal issue and provide insight concerning the candidate's ability to think, explain, and advocate for a particular position.
- Travel is required for this position, and a valid Arizona Driver’s License is required along with consent to have the driving record run periodically.
- All applicants under serious consideration for hire are required to be fingerprinted by the Office and complete a criminal background check through State and Federal agencies.

Salary Information:
The salary for the Senior Litigation Counsel position ranges from $71,500 to $100,000, with the position being classified under Grade 01. The position is open until filled.

Benefits:
The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Student Loan Assistance
- Sick leave
- Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks per year for a newborn or newly-placed foster/adopted child, as part of a pilot program)
- Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
- Health and dental insurance
- Retirement plan
- Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
- Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance.

Retirement:
Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS), with enrollment eligibility becoming effective after 27 weeks of employment.

Additional Information:
- The position may be eligible for remote work two days a week based on the department's business needs and continual meeting of expected performance measures.
- The organization does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or age in its programs, activities, or hiring and employment practices. The organization is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.
- During all phases of the selection process, people with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting the organization's Human Resources Office.