Criminal Defense Attorney

Driggs Search International; Arizona; Híbrido; USD 90.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with employer match

Unlimited PTO

Remote work flexibility

Descripción de la vacante

Driggs Search International is partnering with a Phoenix-based criminal defense firm seeking an attorney to join its team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career Arizona attorney with criminal defense exposure who can maintain a balanced life while building a meaningful practice.

Expect a sustainable ~40-hour workweek, remote flexibility with local court appearances, and no billable hours. Responsibilities include handling DUI, misdemeanor, and lower-level felony cases across

Formación

• Active Arizona Bar license in good standing.
• Experience representing clients in DUI, misdemeanor, and lower-level felonies.
• Strong negotiation, case-management, and client communication skills.
• Compassionate, professional approach to client representation.

Responsabilidades

• Represent clients in DUI, misdemeanor, and lower-level felony matters throughout Maricopa County.
• Manage cases from initial review through resolution, including court appearances, plea negotiations, motions, and client communication.
• Review and oversee criminal record relief matters, including set-asides and record sealing, with administrative and paralegal support.

Conocimientos

Court appearances

Negotiation

Case management

Client communication

Compassionate approach

Educación

Arizona Bar license

Descripción del empleo

Phoenix, AZ | Remote Flexibility | Full-Time

Build Your Legal Career Without Sacrificing Your Life Outside of Work.

What if you could build a rewarding career in criminal defense, make a meaningful difference for clients, and still enjoy your evenings and weekends?

We're partnering with a growing Phoenix-based criminal defense firm seeking a motivated, compassionate attorney to join its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career Arizona attorney who has gained criminal defense experience through practice, clerkships, public defender work, or legal clinics and is ready to take the next step.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Work-life balance: A sustainable, approximately 40-hour workweek


• Remote flexibility: Work from home except for local Maricopa County court appearances


• No billable hours: Focus on your clients, not tracking every minute


• No business development: No pressure to generate clients or build a book of business


• Meaningful work: Help individuals navigate challenging situations and move forward


• Supportive environment: Work alongside experienced attorneys and an established support team

What You'll Do

Represent clients in DUI, misdemeanor, and lower-level felony matters throughout Maricopa County.

Manage cases from initial review through resolution, including court appearances, plea negotiations, motions, and client communication.

Review and oversee criminal record relief matters, including set-asides and record sealing, with administrative and paralegal support.

Who We're Looking For

We're especially interested in attorneys early in their careers who have a genuine interest in criminal defense and client advocacy.

Qualifications:

• Active Arizona Bar license in good standing


• Confidence appearing in court and communicating with clients


• Strong organizational, negotiation, and case-management skills


• Compassionate, professional approach to client representation

Recent law school graduates who are already licensed and have relevant criminal defense experience are encouraged to apply.

Base Salary: $90,000–$95,000, depending on Spanish fluency, plus bonus opportunities.

Additional benefits include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance


• 401(k) with employer match


• Unlimited PTO


• Remote work flexibility


• Supportive team and opportunities for professional growth