Hybrid Criminal Defense Attorney — Own Cases & Impact

Orion Placement; Cincinnati (OH); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement seeks an experienced criminal defense attorney for a hybrid role serving Kentucky and nearby Ohio clients. You will defend clients in DUI, felony, and misdemeanor cases, managing cases from intake through resolution and appearing in Kentucky courts as required.

Active Kentucky Bar membership is required; 1+ year of criminal defense experience preferred. We offer flexible hybrid work, supportive colleagues, travel across Kentucky for court appearances, and comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in Kentucky.
• 1+ years of criminal defense or related criminal law experience.
• Prior experience 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 welcome.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Criminal law

Legal research

Negotiation

Oral advocacy

Courtroom advocacy

Education

Kentucky Bar license

Job description

Orion Placement seeks an experienced criminal defense attorney for a hybrid role serving Kentucky and nearby Ohio clients. You will defend clients in DUI, felony, and misdemeanor cases, managing cases from intake through resolution and appearing in Kentucky courts as required.

Active Kentucky Bar membership is required; 1+ year of criminal defense experience preferred. We offer flexible hybrid work, supportive colleagues, travel across Kentucky for court appearances, and comprehensive benefits