Associate Attorney - Criminal Defense

BCG Attorney Search; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search seeks an experienced Associate Attorney for its Phoenix, AZ office. You will handle criminal defense matters, representing clients from arraignment to resolution with strong advocacy and case management. A hybrid work model combines remote and in-office responsibilities.

The ideal candidate has 5–7 years of relevant experience, proven courtroom skills, and the ability to handle a full caseload while coordinating with prosecutors and courts.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school and bar admission in good standing or eligible.
• 5–7 years of criminal defense and/or prosecution experience.
• Courtroom experience including trials and plea negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in felony and misdemeanor cases from arraignment through trial or resolution.
• Serve as lead or secondary counsel on various legal matters.
• Conduct legal research, draft motions, and prepare for hearings and trials.
• Negotiate with prosecutors and interact professionally with judges and court personnel.
• Communicate clearly with clients to manage expectations and maintain trust.
• Attend court appearances, hearings, and trials as needed.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Legal judgment

Time management

Organizational skills

Oral advocacy

Written advocacy

Microsoft Office 365

Google Suite

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Clio

Spanish

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Clio

Microsoft Office 365

Google Suite

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Associate Attorney to join its Phoenix, Arizona office. The successful candidate will represent clients in criminal defense cases, providing high-quality legal advocacy and maintaining a full caseload. This role offers a hybrid work model with both remote and in-office responsibilities.

Duties

• Represent clients in felony and misdemeanor cases from arraignment through trial or resolution.


• Serve as lead or secondary counsel on various legal matters.


• Conduct legal research, draft motions, and prepare for hearings and trials.


• Negotiate with prosecutors and interact professionally with judges and court personnel.


• Communicate clearly with clients to manage expectations and maintain trust.


• Attend court appearances, hearings, and trials as needed.

Requirements

• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in criminal defense and/or prosecution.


• Demonstrated courtroom experience, including trials and plea negotiations.

Education

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active member in good standing with the Arizona State Bar (or eligible for waiver).

Skills

• Analytical thinking and sound legal judgment.


• Strong time management and organizational skills.


• Persuasive oral and written advocacy.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and Google Suite.


• Experience with legal research tools (e.g., Westlaw, LexisNexis).


• Experience with Clio or other legal CRMs is a plus.


• Spanish fluency is a plus, but not required.

Benefits

• Hybrid work model with flexibility for remote and in-office responsibilities.