Criminal Defense Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Criminal Defense Attorney for their office in Tampa, FL.

Job Overview:

The Criminal Defense Attorney will manage all stages of criminal defense proceedings, handle discovery matters, conduct motions practice, attend depositions, and represent clients in court for pre-trials, motion hearings, and trials. The ideal candidate will have prior experience as a prosecutor or public defender and a strong understanding of the Florida Rules of Criminal Procedure.

Duties:

• Manage every stage of the criminal defense proceedings
• Handle discovery matters and conduct motions practice
• Prepare for and attend depositions
• Attend court for pre-trials, motion hearings, and trials
• Develop case-specific legal strategies to advocate for clients
• Effectively communicate and work closely with clients
• Manage a full caseload

Requirements:

• The former prosecutor or public defender preferred
• 3+ years of experience handling general criminal defense cases
• A Florida Bar license is required
• Strong understanding of the Florida Rules of Criminal Procedure
• Criminal trial experience

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Florida Bar license

Skills:

• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team