Criminal Defense Associate | Flexible Hybrid

SMB Team; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SMB Team in Cincinnati, OH seeks an Associate Attorney with 2–4 years of Ohio DUI and Criminal Defense experience to join a high-performing, hybrid team.

In this role, you will manage a balanced caseload, negotiate pleas, and draft strong motions while working with mentoring attorneys. The firm emphasizes autonomy, collaboration, and professional growth in a flexible hybrid environment.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of Ohio DUI or criminal defense experience
• Active Ohio Bar license in good standing
• Courtroom experience including hearings and bench trials
• Proven ability to manage trials start to finish
• Strong computer literacy with paperless workflows and iPad-based systems
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
• Independent, autonomous practice style
• Excellent negotiation and persuasion abilities
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving abilities

Responsibilities

• Manage a balanced caseload of DUI and criminal matters with dedicated client attention.
• Empower clients to achieve favorable outcomes and craft effective defense strategies.
• Negotiate favorable plea agreements and litigate cases in court.
• Draft motions, pleadings and briefs to advance clients' interests.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research across DUI and criminal issues.
• Exhibit integrity, professionalism, and ethical conduct at all times.
• Handle multiple cases under pressure while maintaining high-quality work.

Skills

Criminal/DUI law experience

Trial experience

Negotiation skills

Legal research

Verbal and written communication

Autonomous practice

Client relationships

Tech literacy (iPad/paperless)

Education

Ohio Bar license in good standing

Juris Doctor degree

Tools

iPad-based legal technology

Job description

SMB Team in Cincinnati, OH seeks an Associate Attorney with 2–4 years of Ohio DUI and Criminal Defense experience to join a high-performing, hybrid team.

In this role, you will manage a balanced caseload, negotiate pleas, and draft strong motions while working with mentoring attorneys. The firm emphasizes autonomy, collaboration, and professional growth in a flexible hybrid environment.