Criminal Defense Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Criminal Defense Attorney with the following responsibilities, qualifications, and benefits:

Job Overview:

• Building strong defenses for clients charged with crimes or facing criminal charges.
• Creating successful case strategies through thorough investigations and interviewing of witnesses.
• Researching statutes, crime codes, and case law pertaining to the specific charges their clients face.
• Representing clients at trials in front of judges and juries.
• Negotiating plea bargains and settlements with prosecutors.
• Drafting and filing appeal documents.
• Advising clients on their legal rights and options.
• Maintaining accurate and complete case files and records.
• Working toward obtaining dismissals or lesser charges by negotiating with prosecuting attorneys.

Duties:

• Criminal Defense experience is required.
• The ideal candidate will be a great communicator, team member, manager, and self-starter.
• The ability to handle a heavy caseload of Criminal cases, manage a large team of paralegals, meet deadlines, and be available to their clients and the partners of the firm is a must.
• Organizational skills and project management are also essential.

Requirements:

• J.D. from an ABA Accredited Law School.
• Active Bar License in Maryland.
• Bilingual Spanish Preferred.
• 1+ years of Criminal Defense experience is preferred.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance.
• Vision Insurance.
• Dental Insurance.
• 401(k).
• Vacation.
• Sick Time.
• 10 Paid Federal Holidays Off.
• Paid Birthday and Work Anniversary off.
• Paid Parking.
• Life Insurance.

Job Location: Baltimore, MD.