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Criminal Defense Attorney - Fort Lauderdale, FL

Type Full-Time

Location Florida - Fort Lauderdale

Job ID DRO9417824

Experience Level Junior Associate

Job Experience Min. 2 Years

Ranking 2 : Consumer and/or Business $$

Estimated Salary Consumer Facing Firm Salary-Tend to Be on Lower End in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas Criminal Law - Defense

2026-05-07 11:22:11
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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Criminal Defense Attorney in Fort Lauderdale, FL. This role involves handling criminal defense cases from intake through verdict, developing trial strategies, and managing client relationships with professionalism.

Duties

  • Handle criminal defense cases from intake through verdict.
  • Develop winning trial strategies and courtroom presentations.
  • Conduct legal research, draft motions, and appear in court daily.
  • Manage client relationships with professionalism and empathy.
  • Collaborate with leadership on firm-wide initiatives and growth.

Requirements

  • Florida-licensed attorney in good standing.
  • 2+ years of criminal defense experience.
  • 10 or more jury trials tried to a verdict (required).
  • Proven trial success rate.
  • Fully bilingual (English and Spanish) a huge plus.
  • Demonstrated leadership or mentoring experience.
  • Exceptional written and oral advocacy skills.

Education

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

  • Licensed to practice law in Florida.

Skills

  • Strong trial and courtroom skills.
  • Excellent research and drafting abilities.
  • Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively and independently.

Benefits

  • Health insurance.
  • Paid time off.
  • Vision insurance.
  • Dental insurance.
  • Leadership training provided.

Your information will not be forwarded to any employers at this time. A recruiter will contact you with more information once our internal review of your resume is completed.

Date Last Confirmed

05-07-2026

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