Criminal Defense Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Criminal Defense Attorney in Phoenix, AZ. This role requires a dedicated professional with a strong work ethic and a passion for criminal law. The successful candidate will join a team that values collaboration, excellence, and continuous learning.

Duties

• Represent clients in criminal defense cases.
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents.
• Prepare and present cases in court.
• Collaborate with colleagues on case strategies.
• Participate in firm-sponsored conferences and learning opportunities.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of criminal law experience.
• Licensed attorney with courtroom readiness.
• Strong jury trial, oral advocacy, and legal writing skills.
• High level of preparation, professionalism, and resilience.
• In-office, litigation-first role; no remote work.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Arizona.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in legal research and writing.

Benefits

• 30 paid days off annually, including holidays, vacation, and personal/sick days.
• Loyalty vacation program with additional days off over time.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• 401(k) with employer matching.
• Catered meals and firm-sponsored social events.
• Mentorship and continued legal education (CLE) support.

This law firm opened its Phoenix, Arizona doors in the late eighties. They have over 4,000 court case victories. But that is not the only impressive aspect of this firm. They are awarded yearly for their work, including the nation's Top 1% Attorney by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel, Top 10 Attorney by the National Academy of Criminal Defense Attorneys, Top 100 DUI/DWI Law Firm by American Institute of DUI/DWI Attorneys, and many more. They specialize in a lot of cases. Their most popular ones are sex crimes, theft/fraud, drug crimes, property crimes, and DUI/vehicular crimes. Some of their clients come to them for drug busts, wrongly accused for drugs and/or sexual criminal acts, DUI, and stolen goods and/or property.