Job description
Position Title: Criminal Defense Attorney
Department: Criminal
Employment Status: Full Time Employee
FLSA Status: Exempt
Reports to: President and/or Senior Partners
The Company
It is our goal to be at the forefront of the legal community, be a client-focused organization dedicated towards growth and recognition in the field for excellence in legal services. The goal is to create a forever binding client-attorney relationship that will generate future employment of the Firm by former clients and newly referred clients from satisfied customers.
Position Summary
The Criminal Defense Attorney serves as the lead attorney for clients throughout the entire criminal process. This includes conducting initial meetings with clients, reviewing their discovery (body-worn cams, police reports, etc.), discussing the discovery with the client, negotiating with prosecutors, preparing motions, arguing motions, and trying cases. Firm attorneys are laser-focused on providing excellent customer service and solving client challenges.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:
· Advise client on their legal rights in matters and draw up legal documents about their case
· Handle cases independently from intake to trial
· Attend pretrial hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about best strategies
· Manage court appearance, trial, drafting motions, interviewing witnesses, and performing legal research
· Analyze probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents
· Manage workload of cases
· Provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits
· Accrue additional evidence to support clients’ cases or for arguments against the Prosecution’s charges
· Prepare clients for testimony; determine essential goals of case strategy and gather information from witnesses and important experts that support client's positions
What It Takes to Win
To excel in this role, you will display a passion for criminal law, a strong understanding of litigation strategies, and exceptional public-speaking skills. You should also show compassion toward your clients and conduct yourself in a professional manner, irrespective of the crime they have been accused of. Previous experience as a criminal lawyer is advantageous.
Must be a team player as well as be able to work independently
Exercise good analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong time management skills
Ability to remain calm, cheerful, dependable, and respectful with all clients
High level of discretion and ability to maintain strict confidentiality
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities)
Criminal defense experience (newly barred attorneys are encouraged to apply)
Bachelor’s Degree in Paralegal Studies, preferred
Must be an active member and in good standing with the Louisiana Bar.
Able to work independently and communicate effectively with clients and the team.
Possess a demonstrated history of excellence in their career, as well as a passion for serving clients.
Fluency in Spanish is preferred but not required
Basic computer hardware and software, such as Microsoft Office: Excel / Outlook / Word, knowledge, preferably
Advanced knowledge in client confidentiality, client contact, legal administration, legal compliance, litigation, administrative writing, documentation, word processing, verbal communication, and client relations
Ability to understand complex legal documents / forms
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Physical Demands & Work Environment
This position is largely stationary, except when moving about the office to make copies and scans. The person in this position frequently communicates with clients and staff regarding case updates. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.
The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, drug free workplace, and complies with ADA regulations as applicable.
Job Types: Full-time, +Commission
Pay: $60,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No nights
Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person