Criminal Defense Attorney

Mgwfirm; Fayetteville (AR); Hybrid; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MGW Law Partners in Fayetteville, Arkansas seeks an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney to represent clients across criminal matters from initial consultation through trial, serving as trusted advocate at every stage of the legal process.

You will conduct case investigations, legal research, draft motions, negotiate plea agreements, and appear in both state and federal courts across Northwest Arkansas, collaborating with paralegals and co-counsel.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Arkansas bar license in good standing.
• 2+ years of criminal law experience in prosecution or defense.
• Strong research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in state and federal criminal proceedings, including misdemeanors, felonies, and appeals.
• Conduct thorough case investigations, legal research, and factual analysis.
• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Negotiate plea agreements and sentencing recommendations with prosecutors.
• Advise clients on legal strategy, risks, and options at every stage of their case.
• Appear in court for hearings, trials, and other proceedings across Arkansas.
• Collaborate with paralegals, support staff, and co-counsel as needed.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral advocacy

Courtroom experience

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

MGW Law Partners is seeking an experienced and driven Criminal Defense Attorney to join our Fayetteville, Arkansas firm. You will represent clients across a range of criminal matters, from initial consultation through trial, and serve as a trusted advocate at every stage of the legal process.

What You'll Do:

• Represent clients in state and federal criminal proceedings, including misdemeanors, felonies, and appeals
• Conduct thorough case investigations, legal research, and factual analysis
• Draft and argue motions, briefs, and other legal documents
• Negotiate plea agreements and sentencing recommendations with prosecutors
• Advise clients on legal strategy, risks, and options at every stage of their case
• Appear in court for hearings, trials, and other proceedings across Arkansas
• Collaborate with paralegals, support staff, and co-counsel as needed

What We're Looking For:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in the State of Arkansas
• 2+ years of criminal law experience, either in prosecution or defense
• Courtroom experience and comfort with litigation
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Experience with criminal defense in Northwest Arkansas courts is a plus

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school; active Arkansas bar license in good standing; 2+ years of criminal law experience in prosecution or defense; courtroom and litigation experience.