Criminal Defense Attorney - Hybrid/Remote Wisconsin

Orion Placement; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 72,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement in Madison, WI is seeking an attorney with at least 1 year of criminal law experience to manage criminal, OWI, and traffic matters from intake through resolution in Wisconsin.

You will develop case strategies, represent clients at hearings, negotiate with prosecutors, draft filings, and maintain ongoing client communication, with some hybrid or remote arrangements possible for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of criminal law experience.
• Active Wisconsin law license in good standing.
• Strong courtroom, advocacy, legal writing, and case-management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with clients during stressful situations.
• Criminal defense, OWI, DUI, or traffic defense experience preferred.
• Ability to attend in-person court appearances as required.

Responsibilities

• Manage criminal, OWI, and traffic matters from intake through resolution.
• Develop case strategy, investigate defenses, and advise clients on their legal options.
• Represent clients at hearings, motions, negotiations, and other court proceedings.
• Negotiate with prosecutors and pursue favorable resolutions when appropriate.
• Draft motions, briefs, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Maintain regular communication with clients throughout their cases.
• Work collaboratively with our attorneys and support team while independently managing your caseload.
• Travel to Wisconsin courts as required for assigned matters.

Skills

Criminal law experience

Legal writing

Client communication

Case management

Courtroom advocacy

Job description

Orion Placement in Madison, WI is seeking an attorney with at least 1 year of criminal law experience to manage criminal, OWI, and traffic matters from intake through resolution in Wisconsin.

You will develop case strategies, represent clients at hearings, negotiate with prosecutors, draft filings, and maintain ongoing client communication, with some hybrid or remote arrangements possible for qualified candidates.