Criminal Defense Attorney

Law Offices of Matthew C. Hines, LLC

Atlanta (GA)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

401(k) matching

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Bonus incentives

Holidays off

Job summary

A legal services firm in Atlanta is seeking a full-time Criminal Defense attorney with at least 2 years of Criminal experience and a Georgia Bar License. The ideal candidate will manage cases effectively and communicate well with clients and staff. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $100,000 to $130,000 per year along with a variety of benefits, including health insurance and paid time off.

Responsibilities

Building strong defenses for clients charged with crimes.
Creating successful case strategies through investigations.
Researching statutes and case law relevant to charges.
Representing clients in trials before judges and juries.
Negotiating with prosecutors for dismissals or lesser charges.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Professional ethics

Case management

Education

Georgia Bar License

2 years of legal experience

2 years of Criminal experience

Job description

Overview

At the Law Offices of Matthew C. Hines, we are committed to providing exceptional personalized service and resolving cases to the best possible outcome for every client. We are currently seeking a full-time Criminal Defense attorney to join our team.

It is recommended that all applicants have at least 2 years of Criminal experience. You should be able to manage a full docket of cases, pride yourself on being a great communicator, and interact with staff and clients professionally and ethically while producing outstanding results.

Our firm offers a supportive, friendly company culture, competitive salary, and benefits to the right individual.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED: 2 years of legal experience with 2 years of Criminal experience. GA BAR License

Base pay range

$100,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

Duties and Responsibilities

Building strong defenses for clients charged with crimes or facing criminal charges.
Creating successful case strategies through thorough investigations and interviewing of witnesses.
Researching statutes, crime codes and case law that pertain to the specific charges their clients are facing.
Representing clients at trials in front of judges and juries.
Working toward obtaining dismissals or lesser charges by negotiating with prosecuting attorneys.

Qualifications