Senior Criminal Defense Attorney - Community Impact

ADP, Inc.; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Education budget

Medical benefits

PTO

Job summary

Community Law Group in Nashville seeks an experienced Associate Attorney – Criminal Defense to represent clients exclusively in criminal cases, from initial consultations through resolution.

This full-time onsite role offers a competitive salary, quarterly bonuses, ongoing professional growth, and an education budget to support courses, books, and events.

Join a firm devoted to community impact, mentorship, and a collaborative culture that values strong advocacy and client service.

Qualifications

• Active Tennessee law license is required.
• 4–5 years of criminal defense experience.
• Strong negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Solid legal research and writing abilities.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients exclusively in criminal defense matters from initial consultation to resolution.
• Develop defense strategies and negotiate with prosecutors.
• Prepare, file, and argue motions; maintain client communications and case documents.

Skills

Active Tennessee license

Criminal defense experience

Negotiation

Legal research

Legal writing

Courtroom advocacy

Client communication

Case management

Independent work

Team collaboration

Strategic thinking

Job description

Community Law Group in Nashville seeks an experienced Associate Attorney – Criminal Defense to represent clients exclusively in criminal cases, from initial consultations through resolution.

This full-time onsite role offers a competitive salary, quarterly bonuses, ongoing professional growth, and an education budget to support courses, books, and events.

Join a firm devoted to community impact, mentorship, and a collaborative culture that values strong advocacy and client service.