Criminal Defense Attorney

Massillamany, Jeter & Carson LLP; Fishers (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Massillamany, Jeter & Carson LLP in Fishers, IN, seeks a Criminal Defense Attorney to provide comprehensive legal representation to clients facing criminal charges, in state and federal courts. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Fishers, requiring in-person interaction with clients, courts, and the firm’s team.

You will meet with clients, evaluate case facts, conduct research, draft motions, negotiate with prosecutors, and appear for hearings and trials, delivering strategic defense with

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school and active Indiana license, or eligibility for licensure.
• Prior courtroom experience, including motion practice, jury trials, and plea negotiations.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills, with strong communication and analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients, evaluate case facts, and develop defense strategies.
• Conduct legal research and draft motions and briefs for state and federal courts.
• Negotiate with prosecutors and appear in court for hearings, trials, and sentencings.
• Manage case files, deadlines, and collaborate with colleagues and staff to deliver effective representation.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Company Description Massillamany, Jeter & Carson LLP is a boutique law firm founded by attorneys trained at one of America’s largest 100 law firms, bringing big-firm experience to individuals and small businesses at accessible rates. The firm focuses on delivering high-quality, reliable, and timely legal services with personalized attention, free from the overhead and distractions of a large multi-practice environment. Its founders have extensive trial experience, including service as a Marion County deputy prosecutor and as a U.S. Navy JAG Corps officer, with over one hundred jury and bench trials in federal and state courts nationwide. The firm is dedicated to serving members of the community in need of strong legal representation and is active in writing, lecturing, and teaching on a broad range of legal topics. Joining Massillamany, Jeter & Carson LLP offers the opportunity to practice law in a setting that combines sophisticated legal training with a client-centered, community-focused approach.

Role Description The Criminal Defense Attorney will provide comprehensive legal representation to clients facing criminal charges, including misdemeanors and felonies, in state and federal courts. Day-to-day responsibilities include meeting with clients, evaluating case facts, conducting legal research, drafting motions and briefs, negotiating with prosecutors, and appearing in court for hearings, trials, and sentencings. The role involves developing defense strategies, advising clients on legal options and risks, managing case files and deadlines, and collaborating with colleagues and staff to deliver efficient, effective representation. This is a full-time, on-site position based in Fishers, IN, requiring consistent in-person interaction with clients, courts, and the firm’s legal team.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Criminal Defense Law, Criminal Defense, and Criminal Law, with experience handling a range of criminal matters.
• Strong foundation in Law and legal ethics, with a commitment to high-quality advocacy and client service.
• Proficient in legal Research, including case law analysis, statutory interpretation, and preparation of legal memoranda.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and active license (or eligibility for licensure) to practice law in Indiana.
• Prior courtroom experience, including motion practice, jury trials, and plea negotiations, preferably in criminal matters.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills, with the ability to communicate complex legal issues clearly to clients and courts.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and staff, while maintaining professional judgment and independence.
• Commitment to serving diverse clients with respect, maintaining confidentiality, and upholding the