County Attorney Jobs

County Attorney jobs are open across local government, public sector legal offices, and municipal agencies, from entry-level staff attorney to senior county counsel, with specializations in civil litigation, criminal prosecution, and land use or regulatory law. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles52+
Top stateTexas
Top employerDallas County
Top cityDallas, TX
Work type83% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Pima County Government
Administrative Specialist I - Victim Services - County Attorney
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Administrative Specialist I - Victim Services - County Attorney
Pima County Government
Tucson, Arizona
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service & Support
Project & Program Management
$44k - $59k/yr
On-Site
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Pima County Government
Victim Advocate - County Attorney
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Pima County Government
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Victim Advocate - County Attorney
Pima County Government
Tucson, Arizona
Allied Health
Customer Service & Support
Healthcare Administration
Social Work & Counseling
$46k - $62k/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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Pima County Government
Law Clerk – County Attorney – Conviction & Sentencing Integrity Unit
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Pima County Government
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Law Clerk – County Attorney – Conviction & Sentencing Integrity Unit
Pima County Government
Tucson, Arizona
Compliance & Legal
Legal Counsel
Paralegal & Legal Support
Administrative & Office Support
$46k - $62k/yr
On-Site
Associate's

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Pima County Government
Paralegal - County Attorney
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Pima County Government
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Paralegal - County Attorney
Pima County Government
Tucson, Arizona
Compliance & Legal
Paralegal & Legal Support
Legal Counsel
On-Site
Associate's

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Pima County Government
Investigative Support Specialist - County Attorney
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Pima County Government
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Investigative Support Specialist - County Attorney
Pima County Government
Tucson, Arizona
Compliance & Legal
Administrative & Office Support
Human Resources
$48k - $65k/yr
On-Site

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County Attorney Job Market

A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Dallas County
    Dallas County29
  • Pima County Government
    Pima County Government5
  • City and County of San Francisco
    City and County of San Francisco4
  • Harris County
    Harris County4
  • Dougherty County
    Dougherty County2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services29
  • Government & Public Sector15
  • Law & Legal Services3
  • Technology & Software2
  • Consulting & Professional Services1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in county attorney jobs.

  • Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
  • Active bar membership in the hiring state
  • Experience in civil litigation or public law advisory work
  • Familiarity with local government statutes, ordinances, and administrative procedures
  • Strong legal research and written communication skills
  • Experience advising elected boards, commissions, or government agencies

Tips for Your County Attorney Job Search

Tailor your resume to government legal standards

County attorney postings often score resumes against specific criteria set by civil service boards. Mirror the exact language in the job announcement, especially around litigation experience, advisory roles, and statutory areas like zoning, public finance, or child welfare.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists county attorney openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Highlight bar admission for every listed state

Many county attorney postings require active bar admission in the state where the county sits, and some require it on day one. List every state bar you hold prominently at the top of your resume so screeners don't disqualify you before reading further.

Target counties where your practice area is active

A background in environmental regulation lands better in counties managing large natural resource portfolios. Align your application materials to the county's budget priorities and recent legal activity, which you can often find in public commission meeting minutes.

Prepare for a writing sample request before the interview

County attorney interviews almost always include a writing sample review. Choose a brief or memo that shows statutory analysis, not just advocacy, since much county legal work involves advising boards and commissioners rather than winning motions.

Negotiate start date and bar reciprocity together

If you're moving from private practice or another state, your start date often depends on pending bar admission by reciprocity or motion. Raise this proactively in the offer stage so the county can plan onboarding around your actual availability.

County Attorney Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most county attorneys?

The companies hiring the most county attorneys right now include Dallas County, Pima County Government, and City and County of San Francisco, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and Arizona, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Demand tends to be highest in counties with active land use, infrastructure, or litigation portfolios.

How many county attorney jobs are remote?

About 17% of county attorney openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is lower than most legal roles given the in-person demands of court appearances and board meetings. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility include contract drafting, legal research, and advisory work that doesn't require regular courtroom or commission appearances.

How do you become a county attorney?

You earn a Juris Doctor from an accredited law school, pass the bar exam in the state where you plan to work, and gain practical experience in civil litigation, administrative law, or public sector legal work. Many county attorneys start as staff attorneys in a county legal office or in a district attorney's office before moving into a county counsel role.

Can you get hired as a county attorney with little experience?

Entry-level county attorney roles do exist, typically titled staff attorney or assistant county counsel, and they are realistic targets for recent law school graduates who have completed relevant internships or clerkships. Emphasize any local government clinic work, public law externships, or judicial clerkships in your application, since these signal familiarity with the advisory and administrative dimensions of government legal work.

What does the county attorney interview process look like?

Most county attorney hiring processes begin with a written application scored against civil service criteria, followed by a panel interview with county leadership, HR, and often an elected official or department head. Candidates are typically asked to discuss a legal problem they've solved, walk through a writing sample, and demonstrate knowledge of the county's specific legal obligations and current issues.

Where can I find and apply to county attorney jobs?

You can find and apply to county attorney jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find the roles that match your experience and practice area, then apply directly to each listing from the page.

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