Criminal Defense Lawyer

LAW OFFICE OF JULIAN J. POOTA, PLLC; Southfield (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health coverage

Bonuses

Job summary

LAW OFFICE OF JULIAN J. POOTA, PLLC in Southfield, MI seeks a dedicated Criminal Defense Lawyer to provide top-tier representation for clients facing criminal charges.

You will counsel clients on rights and strategy, conduct research, review discovery, draft motions, and negotiate with prosecutors while appearing in court for hearings, trials, and sentencings. The role requires at least two years in criminal practice, strong writing and research skills, and excellent client communication.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in Michigan in good standing.
• Minimum two years of criminal practice experience, including courtroom advocacy and motion practice.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities, including briefs and motions.
• Effective client communication, interviewing, and negotiation skills.
• High level of professionalism, ethical judgment, and discretion with sensitive matters.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, meet deadlines, and work independently with staff.
• Familiarity with Michigan criminal procedure, rules of evidence, and court practices preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal representation for clients charged with criminal offenses.
• Counsel clients on rights, options, and case strategy.
• Conduct legal research, review discovery, and draft motions and pleadings.
• Negotiate with prosecutors and appear in court for hearings, trials, and sentencings.
• Interview clients, assess evidence, prepare case files, and maintain organized documentation.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Client interviewing

Negotiation

Case management

Courtroom advocacy

Communication skills

Professionalism

Education

JD from an accredited law school

Job description

Company Description LAW OFFICE OF JULIAN J. POOTA, PLLC is a dedicated criminal defense practice located in Southfield, Michigan. The firm focuses on representing individuals facing a wide range of charges. It is committed to providing thorough, strategic, and client-centered advocacy. Team members work closely with clients, courts, and other legal professionals within the local community. The office environment emphasizes professionalism, ethical practice, and effective legal representation.

Role Description The Criminal Defense Lawyer will provide legal representation to clients charged with criminal offenses, including counseling clients on their rights, options, and case strategy. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting legal research, reviewing discovery, drafting motions and pleadings, negotiating with prosecutors, and appearing in court for hearings, trials, and sentencings. The role also involves interviewing clients, assessing evidence, preparing case files, and maintaining organized, accurate documentation. This is a full-time, on-site role located in Southfield, MI, requiring regular presence in the office and courts as well as reliable communication with clients and staff.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in the State of Michigan and in good standing with the Michigan Bar.
• A minimum of two years experience in criminal practice, either prosecution or defense, which would include courtroom advocacy, motion practice, and case preparation.
• Strong legal research and writing abilities, including drafting briefs, motions, and other legal documents.
• Effective client communication, interviewing, and negotiation skills, with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly.
• High level of professionalism, ethical judgment, and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential matters.
• Ability to manage multiple cases, meet deadlines, and work independently while collaborating with office staff.
• Familiarity with Michigan criminal procedure, rules of evidence, and court practices is preferred.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Compensation

$100,000 to $150,000 annually. Benefits including paid time off, paid holidays, health coverage, bonuses, and 401k available