Criminal Defense Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A leading law firm in Austin, Texas is seeking a qualified and experienced Criminal Defense Associate Attorney to join its growing legal team. This position offers an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to expand their career while working in a dynamic environment. The Associate Attorney will manage their own caseload, interact directly with clients, and collaborate closely with a team of attorneys and legal assistants. This role reports to the Managing Criminal Defense Attorney and offers significant room for professional development.

Location:

• Austin, Texas

Duties:

• Advise clients on their legal rights and draft relevant legal documents
• Attend pretrial hearings and provide clients with post-hearing legal strategies
• Handle court appearances, trials, drafting motions, witness interviews, and conducting legal research
• Analyze case outcomes using legal precedents
• Manage a workload of criminal defense cases efficiently
• Provide clients with legal analysis to determine potential case benefits
• Gather additional evidence to support client cases or counter prosecution arguments
• Prepare clients for depositions, determine key case strategies, and gather testimony from witnesses and experts

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of experience in Criminal Defense Law
• Experience handling complex criminal cases at federal, state, and local levels
• Strong team player with the ability to collaborate with fellow attorneys
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in the state of Texas

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Ability to effectively manage a caseload and meet deadlines
• Analytical skills for case strategy development
• Strong courtroom presence and trial advocacy

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid parking
• Competitive compensation package
• Opportunities for career advancement within the firm