Associate Criminal Defense Attorney - Minneapolis/St. Paul

Wizehire; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary incentives

Employer-paid health insurance

401(k) with company match

Unlimited PTO

Remote & hybrid flexibility

Job summary

Martine Law is a rapidly growing law firm specializing in criminal defense and family law, offering a modern, fully remote-capable environment with strong mentorship and career growth.

We seek attorneys who will represent clients, perform thorough research, and collaborate to craft compelling defenses while navigating complex proceedings. Competitive pay reflects experience and DOE.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of criminal law experience (internships, clerkships, or PD experience welcome).
• Active Minnesota law license in good standing.
• Strong courtroom presence and litigation mindset.
• Excellent writing and negotiation skills; high emotional intelligence.
• Strong, highly proficient technical skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in criminal defense cases, ensuring their rights are protected and their voices are heard.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to build strong, evidence-based defense strategies.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share insights and develop innovative approaches to complex legal challenges.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with clients, keeping them informed and involved in their case progress.
• Prepare and file legal documents, motions, and briefs with precision and attention to detail.
• Negotiate with prosecutors to achieve favorable outcomes for clients, leveraging your advocacy skills.
• Attend court hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings, representing clients with professionalism and confidence.

Skills

Criminal law

Courtroom presence

Legal writing

Negotiation skills

Client advocacy

Tech proficiency

Education

J.D. degree

Job description

Join Martine Law, one of America’s fastest-growing law firms. We’re building a modern Criminal Defense and Family Law practice where talented attorneys have the tools, support, and opportunity to do exceptional work—and build exceptional careers.

Why Martine Law?

Build Your Career. Make an Impact.

Join Martine Law, one of America’s fastest-growing law firms. We’re building a modern Criminal Defense and Family Law practice where talented attorneys have the tools, support, and opportunity to do exceptional work—and build exceptional careers.

What We Offer

• $90,000+ base salary plus quarterly performance incentives
• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Unlimited PTO
• Remote & hybrid flexibility
• Modern, fully tech-enabled practice
• Direct mentorship and professional development
• Leadership and advancement opportunities
• Collaborative, high-performing team culture

Practice Law, Not Bureaucracy.

We remove unnecessary obstacles and administrative burden so you can spend more time advocating for clients, sharpening your skills, and achieving results.

Grow With Us.

If you value excellence, accountability, innovation, and client advocacy and want to grow with a firm that’s expanding nationally, we want to meet you.

Compensation:

$90,000 - $130,000 DOE

Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in criminal defense cases, ensuring their rights are protected and their voices are heard.
• Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to build strong, evidence-based defense strategies.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share insights and develop innovative approaches to complex legal challenges.
• Communicate clearly and effectively with clients, keeping them informed and involved in their case progress.
• Prepare and file legal documents, motions, and briefs with precision and attention to detail.
• Negotiate with prosecutors to achieve favorable outcomes for clients, leveraging your advocacy skills.
• Attend court hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings, representing clients with professionalism and confidence.

Qualifications:

What We’re Looking For:

• J.D. and an active Minnesota law license in good standing.
• 1–3 years of criminal law experience (internships, clerkships, or public defender experience welcome).
• Strong courtroom presence and litigation mindset.
• Excellent writing and negotiation skills.High emotional intelligence and client advocacy focus.
• Strong, highly proficient technical skills.

About Company

Martine Law is a rapidly growing, fully remote law firm dedicated to protecting good people through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. We focus exclusively on criminal defense and family law, delivering strategic, compassionate, and results-driven representation.

We are guided by our core values:

• Unwavering Commitment to Excellence– We hold ourselves to a higher standard in every case, every client interaction, every result.
• Diversity & Respect– We foster an inclusive environment where clients and team members feel valued and heard.
• Technological & Systematic Innovation– We leverage cutting-edge tools and streamlined systems to elevate performance and outcomes.
• Passion for Advocacy– We fight hard, prepare thoroughly, and advocate relentlessly for those we represent.

At Martine Law, we are building more than a firm — we are building a modern legal platform designed for impact, growth, and meaningful client results.

Compensation details: 90000-130000 Yearly Salary