High-Impact Criminal Defense Attorney — Courtroom-Ready

Orion Placement; Washington (District of Columbia); Ibrido; USD 140.000 - 210.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Holidays

Professional development

Descrizione del lavoro

Confidential Employer in the Washington, DC area seeks an experienced criminal defense attorney to join a growth-oriented practice with meaningful courtroom exposure and immediate impact. The role offers autonomy within a collaborative team, handling matters from misdemeanors to felonies and providing strategic, high-quality representation.

The ideal candidate has a JD from an accredited law school and 3+ years of criminal defense experience, including trial exposure, with strong advocacy,

Competenze

• JD from an accredited law school.
• 3+ years of criminal defense experience.
• Hands-on courtroom exposure in misdemeanor and felony matters.
• Strong written and oral advocacy, negotiation, and case management skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment while collaborating with a team.

Mansioni

• Represent clients in criminal matters in local, state, and federal courts.
• Manage cases from arraignment through resolution, including investigation, motions, plea negotiations, and trial.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and other filings.
• Advise clients on rights, risks, strategy, and potential outcomes.
• Appear for hearings, motions, status conferences, and trials.
• Build strong client relationships through clear, responsive communication.
• Collaborate with attorneys, investigators, and staff to prepare cases thoroughly.
• Handle a high-volume caseload with attention to detail and quality.

Conoscenze

Oral advocacy

Legal writing

Negotiation

Case management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Formazione

JD or equivalent

Descrizione del lavoro

Confidential Employer in the Washington, DC area seeks an experienced criminal defense attorney to join a growth-oriented practice with meaningful courtroom exposure and immediate impact. The role offers autonomy within a collaborative team, handling matters from misdemeanors to felonies and providing strategic, high-quality representation.

The ideal candidate has a JD from an accredited law school and 3+ years of criminal defense experience, including trial exposure, with strong advocacy,