Criminal Defense Attorney

Astris Search Group; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

AWS bonus

Performance bonus

Career progression

Job summary

Astris Search Group partners with a distinguished Singapore law firm to recruit a Criminal Law Associate / Senior Associate. This is a unique chance to gain exposure to high-quality criminal defence, investigations, advocacy and advisory work within a respected practice.

You will handle a broad spectrum of matters from inception to resolution, with opportunities for partner-track progression in a collaborative, performance-driven team.

Qualifications

• Hold a recognised Law degree and are admitted to practise in Singapore.
• Minimum 2 years' PQE in criminal litigation within a reputable Singapore law firm.
• Experience handling criminal defence matters, investigations, regulatory offences, or white-collar crime.
• Strong advocacy, drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Confident communicator with excellent courtroom presence and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Managing criminal cases from inception through to resolution.
• Advising clients on criminal law matters and legal strategy.
• Representing clients in court proceedings.
• Drafting and reviewing legal submissions, affidavits, mitigation pleas, written arguments, and legal opinions.
• Appearing before the State Courts and High Court for hearings, trials, and sentencing.
• Conducting legal research and preparing case strategies.
• Liaising with clients, prosecutors, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Managing client files while ensuring compliance with court timelines and procedural requirements.
• Providing practical, solution-oriented advice and maintaining high standards of client care throughout each matter

Skills

Criminal litigation

Advocacy

Drafting

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Courtroom presence

Client communication

Education

Law degree

Job description

Award-Winning Firm | Criminal Litigation | 4 days WFH

We are partnering with an award-winning Singapore law firm to recruit a Criminal Law Associate / Senior Associate. This is an excellent opportunity for lawyers seeking strong exposure to high-quality criminal defence, investigations, advocacy, and advisory work within a respected and growing practice.

The Opportunity

You will be involved in a broad spectrum of criminal law matters, including:

• Managing criminal cases from inception through to resolution.
• Advising clients on criminal law matters and legal strategy.
• Representing clients in court proceedings.
• Drafting and reviewing legal submissions, affidavits, mitigation pleas, written arguments, and legal opinions.
• Appearing before the State Courts and High Court for hearings, trials, and sentencing.
• Conducting legal research and preparing case strategies.
• Liaising with clients, prosecutors, and other relevant stakeholders.
• Managing client files while ensuring compliance with court timelines and procedural requirements.
• Providing practical, solution-oriented advice and maintaining high standards of client care throughout each matter

Who You Are

• Hold a recognised Law degree and are admitted to practise in Singapore.
• Minimum 2 years' PQE in criminal litigation within a reputable Singapore law firm.
• Experience handling criminal defence matters, investigations, regulatory offences, or white-collar crime.
• Strong advocacy, drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Confident communicator with excellent courtroom presence and attention to detail.
• Commercially minded while maintaining empathy and professionalism when advising clients.
• Able to manage multiple matters and perform effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Committed to delivering exceptional client service and maintaining the highest professional standards.

What We Offer

• Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience and seniority.
• AWS and performance bonus.
• Clear career progression with structured mentorship and training.
• Partner-track opportunities for high performers.
• Supportive, collaborative, and high-performing team culture.
• Exposure to a broad range of criminal litigation, investigations, and advocacy matters.
• Flexible working arrangement – 4 days' work from home.