Criminal Defense Attorney

Boly:Welch; Portland (OR); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid medical and dental coverage

Life insurance

401(k) with firm contribution

Paid time off

Free parking

Job summary

Boly:Welch in Portland, Oregon is hiring a Criminal Defense Attorney with 2-6+ years of relevant experience. A JD and Oregon State Bar membership are required, with Spanish language skills highly preferred.

This hybrid role includes client consultations, investigations, trial prep, and court representation across the defense process. The ideal candidate will excel in research, negotiation, and compassionate client service within a mid-sized firm that values collaboration, growth, and work-life

Qualifications

• 2-6+ years of experience, preferably in criminal defense or prosecution.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
• Oregon State Bar membership.
• Spanish language skills highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and consult with experts to build strong defense strategies.
• Interview and prepare witnesses for trial.
• Negotiate plea deals and draft legal documents.
• Represent clients in court from pre-trial through post-trial proceedings.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Oregon State Bar membership

Job description

• 2-6+ years of experience, preferably in criminal defense or prosecution
• JD
• Spanish language skills highly preferred

Job Number: 31807

Salary: $90K-$140K DOE

Industry: Legal

Must Haves

• 2-6+ years of experience, preferably in criminal defense or prosecution
• JD
• Oregon State Bar membership
• Spanish language skills highly preferred

Your New Role

If you're passionate about criminal defense, consider this Criminal Defense Attorney position at a firm with a reputation for excellent client service and an empathetic approach to criminal and DUI defense.

You'll work closely with your clients through each stage of their case - from new client consultations and investigations to trial prep, court representation, and post-trial proceedings. This will include conducting research, consulting with experts, interviewing and preparing witnesses, negotiating plea deals, and drafting legal documents.

You'll need strong legal knowledge and negotiation skills to effectively advocate for your clients. Spanish-speaking skills would also be a valuable asset for this team.

This is a hybrid position with four in-office days each week.

Your New Organization

This mid-sized defense firm takes a holistic approach to both clients and employees. Everyone here is dedicated to providing a positive customer experience, and your colleagues are willing to collaborate, share resources, and help one another.

• Benefits include paid medical and dental coverage, life insurance, a 401(k) with firm contribution, paid time off, and free parking.