Junior Criminal Defense Attorney - Growth-Focused Firm

Martine Law, PLLC - Criminal Defense and Family Attorneys; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Martine Law, PLLC - Criminal Defense and Family Attorneys is seeking a driven Junior Attorney to join our fast-growing team in Minnesota. You will represent clients in criminal defense matters, gain hands-on experience, and work alongside experienced attorneys to advocate for clients in high-stakes cases.

You will conduct legal research, draft motions, and negotiate with prosecutors while developing your courtroom skills. A J.D.

Qualifications

• Attorney with drive, coachability, tech-savvy mindset, and growth orientation.
• Requires J.D. and active Minnesota license in good standing.
• 0–3 years of criminal law experience preferred (internships, clerkships, and public defender experience welcome).
• Strong interest in criminal defense, litigation, and courtroom advocacy.
• Excellent research, writing, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Confident in communicating with clients, opposing counsel, prosecutors, and the court.
• High emotional intelligence and commitment to client advocacy.
• Tech-enabled modern law practice; organized and able to manage priorities.
• Willingness to learn, receptive to coaching, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in criminal defense matters, protecting rights and pursuing best interests.
• Gain meaningful hands-on experience alongside experienced attorneys.
• Manage cases with mentorship as you develop legal judgment and confidence.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies based on facts, evidence, and law.
• Communicate with clients about case developments, options, and next steps.
• Draft motions, briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents with accuracy.
• Negotiate with prosecutors to pursue strong outcomes for clients.
• Appear in court for hearings, conferences, motions, and other proceedings.

Skills

Criminal defense

Litigation

Courtroom advocacy

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Client communication

Technology savvy

Case management

Organization

Education

J.D. and Minnesota law license in good standing

Job description

Martine Law, PLLC - Criminal Defense and Family Attorneys is seeking a driven Junior Attorney to join our fast-growing team in Minnesota. You will represent clients in criminal defense matters, gain hands-on experience, and work alongside experienced attorneys to advocate for clients in high-stakes cases.

You will conduct legal research, draft motions, and negotiate with prosecutors while developing your courtroom skills. A J.D.