OF COUNSEL FEDERAL CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEY COLORADO

THEODORE P WATSON & ASSOCIATES; Denver (CO); Remote; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm is seeking a Federal Criminal Defense Attorney for an Of Counsel position in Denver, CO. This remote role requires providing legal services in federal cases, including drafting documents, legal research, and maintaining client files. Qualified candidates will have a Juris Doctor degree, experience as a federal prosecutor or similar, and strong negotiation skills.

Qualifications

• Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA).
• Proven experience as federal prosecutor, former DOJ or Military JAG.
• Experience with federal False Claims Act cases, qui tam cases, white-collar crime.

Responsibilities

• Prepare contracts, briefs, motions, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research.
• Provide legal counsel and negotiate on behalf of clients.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

We are seeking a Federal Criminal Defense Attorney to join our law firm in an Of Counsel Position. In this role, you will provide legal counsel, perform legal research, draft documents, and update and maintain files. You will work closely with the managing attorney, other colleagues, and senior partners to provide excellent legal services to our clients. Candidates with previous experience as a federal criminal prosecutor, DOJ, OIG, SEC, or ASUA will receive more consideration. Must have experience with federal False Claims Act cases, qui tam cases, procurement, and / or white-collar crime cases. If you have a passion for law, we want to hear from you. Please send a cover letter explaining your experience and qualifications in detail. PLEASE, NO CALLS OR RECRUITERS

Responsibilities

• Prepare contracts, briefs, motions, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research
• Prepare for and attend legal proceedings, if necessary, including trials
• Provide legal counsel in conjunction with senior associates
• Negotiate on behalf of clients
• Maintain detailed and accurate client records
• Respond to subpoenas, civil investigative demands (CID)

Qualifications

• Successful completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and bar exam
• Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proven experience as either federal prosecutor, former DOJ or Military JAG
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues to best serve clients

This is a remote position.

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Criminal Defense Attorney • Denver, CO, United States