Attorney needed for Tampa office

Job Overview:
A fast-growing and client-focused Florida-based law firm is seeking a dedicated Criminal Defense Associate Attorney to join its Tampa office. This position is ideal for a bi-lingual (Spanish-English preferred) attorney with at least two years of felony experience who is passionate about criminal defense, committed to client advocacy, and ready to work in a dynamic, collaborative legal environment. The role offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced litigators on high-stakes criminal matters and contribute to a mission-driven legal practice.

Location:

• Tampa, Florida

Duties:

• Meet with potential and existing clients

• Conduct witness interviews and perform in-depth legal research

• Visit clients in custody and examine crime scenes when necessary

• Represent clients in court hearings, trials, and other proceedings

• Draft and file legal motions and responses

• Develop legal strategies and gather supporting evidence

• Coordinate with expert witnesses for testimony

• Manage a caseload involving multiple active matters simultaneously

• Provide frequent case updates and respond to urgent client needs

• Collaborate closely with paralegals and legal support staff

• Attend community service events and maintain client-centered communication

• Willingly support family law matters, if needed

• Remain available on-call for urgent weekend matters, as required

Requirements:

• Active license to practice law in the State of Florida

• Minimum of 2 years of criminal defense experience, including felony cases

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to multitask and manage high-pressure legal situations

• Team-oriented with a proactive, collaborative mindset

• Willingness to travel throughout the state of Florida by car

• Availability to be on-call during select weekends

• High level of integrity and professionalism

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Admission to the Florida Bar (in good standing)

• Board Certification in Criminal Trial Law preferred

• Criminal Trial Board Certified or from a Top 100 Law School (preferred but not required)

Skills:

• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English (strongly preferred)

• Outstanding organizational and time management skills

• Effective courtroom advocacy and legal writing

• Ability to build rapport with diverse client populations

• Strong analytical thinking and investigative abilities

• Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

Benefits:

• Opportunities for growth and development in a rapidly expanding legal practice

• Supportive and mission-driven work environment