Bilingual Criminal Defense Attorney | Trials & Negotiation

Australia-Employment; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k)

Job summary

Jobot in Denver is seeking an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney to join our dynamic legal team in a permanent, full-time on-site role. The position offers a salary range of $80,000 to $135,000 per year and requires a strong background in criminal law and exceptional negotiation skills.

The ideal candidate is bilingual, licensed to practice in the state, and can draft pleadings, conduct research, negotiate settlements, and collaborate with prosecutors and law enforcement to advance complex

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and license to practice in the state.
• Minimum 5 years of experience as a Criminal Defense Attorney or similar role.
• Proven experience in court trials, hearings, and depositions.
• Bilingual ability and strong legal writing and research skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in court or before government agencies, presenting evidence to defend clients or argue for the prosecution against defendants in criminal cases.
• Conduct legal research to gather relevant information for cases, analyze legal data, and interpret laws, regulations, and rulings.
• Prepare and draft legal documents such as contracts, depositions, pleadings, appeals, and motions.
• Negotiate settlements on behalf of clients, mediate disputes, and advise clients on their legal rights.
• Examine legal data to determine the advisability of defending lawsuits.
• Manage and oversee various cases from inception through resolution, ensuring all proceedings are conducted timely and efficiently.
• Participate in hearings, trials, depositions, oral arguments, mediations, and client meetings.
• Develop strategies and arguments in preparation for presentation of cases.
• Guide clients through the legal process, explaining the law, their rights, and their options.
• Collaborate with law enforcement, prosecutors, and other parties involved in each case.
• Stay updated with the latest trends and legislation in criminal law and propose new ideas to improve the efficiency of our legal services.

Skills

Bilingual

Legal writing

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Jobot in Denver is seeking an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney to join our dynamic legal team in a permanent, full-time on-site role. The position offers a salary range of $80,000 to $135,000 per year and requires a strong background in criminal law and exceptional negotiation skills.

The ideal candidate is bilingual, licensed to practice in the state, and can draft pleadings, conduct research, negotiate settlements, and collaborate with prosecutors and law enforcement to advance complex