Criminal Defense Attorney

A law firm in Fort Myers is seeking a Criminal Defense Attorney with a strong commitment to client advocacy. The ideal candidate will possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, along with great organizational abilities. Fluency in Spanish is strongly preferred, and felony experience is a must. The candidate should have 2+ years of experience, preferably at the State Attorney or The Public Defender’s Office.

Duties:

• Meet with potential clients to assess their cases and provide legal advice.
• Interview witnesses and gather evidence to support clients' defense.
• Perform thorough legal research on relevant statutes, case law, and legal precedents.
• Visit clients in custody to discuss case strategies and provide updates.
• Attend court hearings, trials, and proceedings to represent clients' interests.
• File motions and other legal documents on behalf of clients.
• Examine crime scenes and gather additional evidence to strengthen the defense's argument.
• Identify and gather expert witnesses to testify in court.
• Manage multiple cases simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Regularly update clients about the progress of their cases and respond to their urgent needs.
• Willingness to learn and practice family law.
• Attend community service events to represent the firm and engage with the community.
• Maintain open lines of communication with paralegal and other office staff.
• Perform other duties as assigned by senior attorneys.

Requirements:

• Florida Bar licensed.
• 2+ years of experience, preferably at the State Attorney or The Public Defender’s Office.
• Fluency in Spanish strongly preferred.
• Felony experience is a must.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.
• Great organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Graduated from a top 100 Law School desired.
• Criminal Trial Board Certified desired.

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Florida Bar license.
• Criminal Trial Board Certification (desired).

Skills:

• Criminal Defense
• Legal Research
• Trial Preparation
• Case Management
• Client Communication
• Bilingual (Spanish)
• Organizational Skills
• Multitasking
• Advocacy