Criminal Defense Attorney

Posted 27 Days Ago
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2 Locations
In-Office or Remote
80K-120K Annually
Entry level
Professional Services
The Role
Criminal Defense Attorney manages a criminal caseload, advises clients, prepares legal documents and motions, conducts legal research, attends hearings and trials, interviews witnesses, gathers evidence, and develops case strategies. The attorney analyzes legal precedents and probable outcomes, prepares clients for depositions, and collaborates with attorneys and legal assistants while handling cases at federal, state, and local levels.
Summary Generated by Built In

We're looking for an admitted attorney for an extremely promising Criminal Defense Attorney position within a premier law firm with lots of room for growth. This is an opportunity for a dedicated Attorney to gain valuable experience and further their career with a established firm. As the Criminal Defense Attorney, you will report to the Managing Criminal Defense Attorney. The Attorney will manage their caseload, as well as client interaction, and can collaborate with our wonderful Criminal Defense Team of Attorney's and legal assistants.

Responsibilities

  • Advise client on their legal rights in matters and draw up legal documents about their case
  • Attend pretrial hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about best strategies
  • Manage court appearance, trail, drafting motions, interviewing witnesses and performing legal research
  • Analyze probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents
  • Manage workload of cases
  • Provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits
  • Accrue additional evidence to support clients case or for arguments against the prosecution's charges
  • Prepare clients for depositions; determine essential goals of case strategy and gather information from witnesses and important experts that support client's positions

Qualifications

  • Experience handling criminal cases at the federal, state and local level
  • A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with your fellow associates
  • Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber

Salary: $80,000 - $120,000

Do you have a passion for Criminal Defense and a desire to practice within an organization with lots of room for growth? Here at The United Firm, we offer benefits (medical, dental and vision insurance), an excellent compensation package, paid parking, paid time off, and more! Come work as an Criminal Defense Attorney at a growing firm with opportunities to advance and learn alongside a team of professionals within' the legal industry.

The United Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.

Skills Required

  • Admitted attorney
  • Experience handling criminal cases at the federal, state, and local levels
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Ability to collaborate and strategize with fellow associates
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The Company
1,200 Employees
Year Founded: 2010

What We Do

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, A.P.C. is a nationwide law firm providing legal representation across personal injury, workers’ compensation, immigration, criminal defense, and civil rights matters. Its attorneys emphasize zealous advocacy, compassionate client guidance, personalized attention, teamwork, and strong customer service. The firm’s mission is to secure justice, protect clients’ rights, and deliver premier legal services to communities nationwide.

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