Criminal Defense Associate - Hybrid/Wisconsin Practice

Orionplacement; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Mileage reimbursement

Professional development support

Relocation assistance considered

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking an attorney to manage criminal defense, OWI, and traffic matters across Wisconsin from intake to resolution. The role emphasizes client advocacy, strategic case planning, and ongoing client communication in a supportive team environment.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of criminal law experience, a Wisconsin license, and strong courtroom skills. Hybrid work is possible, with in-person court appearances as needed and potential relocation assistance for suitable candidates.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of criminal law experience.
• Active Wisconsin law license in good standing.
• Strong courtroom, advocacy, legal writing, and case-management skills.
• Ability to attend in-person court appearances as required.
• Criminal defense, OWI, DUI, or traffic defense experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage criminal, OWI, and traffic matters from intake through resolution.
• Develop case strategy, investigate defenses, and advise clients on legal options.
• Represent clients at hearings, motions, negotiations, and other court proceedings.
• Negotiate with prosecutors and pursue favorable resolutions when appropriate.
• Draft motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Maintain regular communication with clients throughout their cases.
• Work collaboratively with our attorneys and support team while independently managing your caseload.
• Travel to Wisconsin courts as required for assigned matters.

Skills

Courtroom advocacy

Legal writing

Case management

Client communication

Criminal defense knowledge

Education

Wisconsin bar admission

Job description

Orionplacement is seeking an attorney to manage criminal defense, OWI, and traffic matters across Wisconsin from intake to resolution. The role emphasizes client advocacy, strategic case planning, and ongoing client communication in a supportive team environment.

Ideal candidates have 1+ year of criminal law experience, a Wisconsin license, and strong courtroom skills. Hybrid work is possible, with in-person court appearances as needed and potential relocation assistance for suitable candidates.