Criminal Defense Attorney – Western Kentucky

Orionplacement; Owensboro (KY); Hybrid; USD 70.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Zusammenfassung

Confidential Employer in Kentucky seeks an attorney to defend clients in criminal cases, including DUI, felonies, and misdemeanors. The role involves handling cases from intake to resolution, appearing in court, and negotiating with prosecutors to achieve favorable outcomes.

You will travel across Kentucky for court appearances and collaborate with a team of experienced attorneys while independently managing assigned matters.

Qualifikationen

• Active Kentucky license to practice law is required.
• 1+ years of criminal defense or related criminal law experience.
• Experience representing clients in criminal court.
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Willingness to travel throughout Kentucky for court appearances.
• Background in public defender, private criminal defense, or solo practice is welcomed.

Aufgaben

• Represent clients in criminal defense matters, including DUI, felony, and misdemeanor cases.
• Manage cases from initial consultation through resolution, including hearings and trial preparation.
• Appear in Kentucky courts and advocate for clients with persuasive arguments.
• Investigate allegations, review evidence, and develop defense strategies.
• Negotiate with prosecutors to pursue favorable outcomes for clients.
• Prepare motions, pleadings, and other case documents.
• Communicate with clients to guide them through the process.
• Collaborate with attorneys while independently managing assigned matters.

Kenntnisse

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Advocacy

Ausbildung

Bar admission in Kentucky

Jobbeschreibung

Pay: $70,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Defend clients facing life-changing criminal charges and protect their rights, freedom, and futures.
• Enjoy the freedom to work from home between court appearances while maintaining an active courtroom practice.
• Take ownership of criminal cases, advocate for clients, and sharpen your trial skills.
• Work alongside experienced criminal defense attorneys who value initiative, collaboration, and professional development.
• Transition your courtroom experience into private practice with a supportive legal team.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, HSA, 401(k), paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays.

Location:

Hybrid – Bowling Green, Owensboro, or Northern Kentucky (Cincinnati Area). We offer a flexible hybrid work environment that combines the convenience of working from home with meaningful courtroom experience. We're especially interested in attorneys located in Bowling Green, Owensboro, and the Northern Kentucky suburbs of Cincinnati. Travel throughout Kentucky for court appearances is required.

Note:

Active Kentucky Bar membership and hands-on experience representing clients in criminal court are required. We welcome applications from public defenders, criminal defense associates, solo practitioners, and attorneys returning to criminal law practice.

About Us

Confidential Employer. We are a growing criminal defense law firm dedicated to protecting our clients' rights and pursuing the best possible outcomes. Our team handles meaningful DUI, felony, and other criminal matters across Kentucky. We believe in strong courtroom advocacy, thoughtful legal strategies, and giving our attorneys the support and independence they need to succeed.

Job Description

• Represent clients in criminal defense matters, including DUI, felony, and misdemeanor cases.
• Manage criminal cases from initial consultation through resolution, including hearings, negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Appear in Kentucky courts, advocate for clients, and present persuasive legal arguments.
• Investigate criminal allegations, review evidence, and develop effective defense strategies.
• Negotiate with prosecutors and pursue favorable outcomes for clients.
• Prepare legal motions, pleadings, and other case-related documents.
• Communicate directly with clients and guide them through the criminal justice process.
• Collaborate with experienced attorneys while independently managing assigned matters.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in Kentucky.
• 1+ years of criminal defense or directly related criminal law experience.
• Prior experience personally representing clients in criminal court.
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout Kentucky for court appearances.
• Public defender, private criminal defense, and solo criminal practice backgrounds are welcome.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We offer the flexibility of a hybrid schedule, the excitement of meaningful courtroom advocacy, and the opportunity to build a rewarding criminal defense career. Whether you're a public defender ready to explore private practice or an experienced attorney looking for greater flexibility and growth, our team offers an environment where your experience and contributions matter.

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Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance