Emerging Criminal Defense Attorney

GRAND CANYON LAW GROUP LLC; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paralegal support

Weekly case staffing

Ongoing training

CLE opportunities

Modern legal technology

Job summary

Grand Canyon Law Group in Phoenix, Arizona seeks an Associate Attorney with one to two years of criminal defense or prosecution experience to join our team. You will handle misdemeanors and select felonies, with growth toward more complex cases under experienced attorneys.

You should be proactive, communicate clearly, and care about clients. We provide strong paralegal support, regular staffing, ongoing training, and access to modern technology to help you succeed.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active membership in the State Bar of Arizona.
• One to two years of criminal defense and/or prosecution experience.
• Foundational knowledge of criminal law and procedure.
• Strong legal research, writing, and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to use Clio and approved AI tools responsibly.

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned criminal caseload with guidance and oversight.
• Represent clients at initial appearances, pretrial conferences, hearings, and trials as assigned.
• Review discovery, evaluate evidence, and identify issues.
• Develop case strategies with supervising attorneys.
• Draft motions, memoranda, and other pleadings.
• Prepare thoroughly for court appearances, negotiations, and client meetings.
• Communicate clearly, honestly, and compassionately with clients and families.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Oral communication

Organization

Time management

Client communication

Feedback mindset

Education

Juris Doctor

Arizona State Bar membership

Tools

Clio

Job description

Grand Canyon Law Group in Phoenix, Arizona seeks an Associate Attorney with one to two years of criminal defense or prosecution experience to join our team. You will handle misdemeanors and select felonies, with growth toward more complex cases under experienced attorneys.

You should be proactive, communicate clearly, and care about clients. We provide strong paralegal support, regular staffing, ongoing training, and access to modern technology to help you succeed.