Denver Criminal Defense Trial Attorney

Colorado Legal Defense Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Annual bonus consideration

Job summary

Colorado Legal Defense Group is seeking a motivated attorney to join our Denver office and handle criminal cases throughout Colorado. This is an opportunity for meaningful courtroom experience and real responsibility within an established criminal defense team.

You will manage your own caseload, collaborate with experienced attorneys, and travel to courts as needed. We welcome both experienced criminal defense lawyers and strong entry-level candidates who are eager to become excellent trial

Qualifications

• Must be licensed and in good standing to practice law in Colorado.
• Strong interest in criminal defense and protecting individual rights.
• Willingness to travel to courts outside the Denver area when necessary.
• Excellent communication and ability to work in a collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in felony, misdemeanor, and municipal matters
• Advise clients and develop case strategy
• Negotiate with prosecutors
• Draft and litigate motions
• Conduct evidentiary hearings
• Prepare cases for trial
• Try cases when appropriate
• Maintain regular communication with clients
• Collaborate with other CLDG attorneys on strategy

Skills

Colorado Bar

Trial experience

Courtroom advocacy

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Colorado Legal Defense Group is seeking a motivated attorney to join our Denver office and handle criminal cases throughout Colorado. This is an opportunity for meaningful courtroom experience and real responsibility within an established criminal defense team.

You will manage your own caseload, collaborate with experienced attorneys, and travel to courts as needed. We welcome both experienced criminal defense lawyers and strong entry-level candidates who are eager to become excellent trial