Job Description
Job Title: Criminal Defense Attorney
Location: Phoenix–Biltmore, Arizona (Hybrid Schedule)
Experience Required: Minimum 5 years of criminal defense practice
Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience; full benefits package
About the Role
A well‐established personal‐injury law firm headquartered in Arizona is building a criminal defense practice and needs an experienced attorney to spearhead it. The position is based in the firm’s Phoenix–Biltmore office; hybrid work is available, but regular onsite presence is required.
Responsibilities
Interview clients and witnesses, conduct legal research and gather evidence to build strong case theories.
Draft, file and argue motions, legal briefs and appeals.
Represent clients at arraignments, hearings and trials and present evidence to judges and juries.
Advise clients on their legal rights and options and negotiate plea bargains, settlements and sentencing terms.
Develop strategies to resolve cases efficiently and cost‐effectively, managing matters from investigation through resolution.
Stay current on criminal law and procedure through ongoing training and professional development.
Collaborate with support staff while maintaining autonomy over your caseload and ensuring high ethical and professional standards.
Requirements
Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active membership in the Arizona Bar.
At least five years of substantive criminal defense experience, including first‐chair trial work.
Strong research, writing and analytical skills; ability to craft and argue motions and briefs.
Excellent negotiation and courtroom advocacy skills; ability to communicate complex legal concepts to clients and juries.
High ethical standards, sound judgment and a client‐focused mindset.
Willingness to work onsite in Phoenix–Biltmore with flexibility for a hybrid schedule.
Why Apply
This is a chance to build a criminal defense practice within a respected firm known for aggressive advocacy. You’ll have competitive compensation, full benefits and the autonomy to shape the practice while working alongside seasoned attorneys in other disciplines.
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