Overview
A rapidly growing law firm is seeking a Criminal Defense Attorney to join their expanding Texas practice. This role offers meaningful responsibility, significant courtroom exposure, and the opportunity to grow within a high-performance legal team focused exclusively on criminal defense.
Responsibilities
- Represent clients charged with misdemeanors and felony offenses throughout Texas.
- Handle a variety of criminal matters including DWI, assault, drug offenses, theft crimes, domestic violence allegations, probation violations, and other criminal cases.
- Conduct client meetings and develop case-specific defense strategies.
- Appear regularly in court for hearings, motions, negotiations, and other proceedings.
- Review discovery, investigate facts, identify legal issues, and build strong defenses.
- Negotiate effectively with prosecutors to secure favorable resolutions when appropriate.
- Prepare cases for trial and advocate aggressively when litigation is necessary.
- Collaborate with attorneys, legal assistants, and support staff to deliver exceptional client service.
Requirements
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
- Active membership in the Texas State Bar.
- Criminal defense experience preferred.
- Strong courtroom presence and confidence in handling hearings and negotiations.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to build trust and rapport with clients facing stressful situations.
- Highly organized and capable of managing a substantial caseload.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment.
- Competitive, driven, and committed to achieving outstanding client outcomes.
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual salary up to $140,000.
- Quarterly performance bonuses.
- Significant advancement opportunities as the firm grows.
- 100% employer-paid medical insurance.
- Employer-paid life insurance.
- 401(k) plan with company match.
- Unlimited paid time off.
Work Environment
- Remote and hybrid work flexibility.
- Fully integrated technology platform.
- Dedicated support staff to minimize administrative burden.
- Efficient systems designed to maximize attorney productivity.
Location
- Texas (remote and hybrid options available)