Criminal Defense Attorney

1-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm is seeking an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney to join their team in Portland, OR. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of criminal defense experience, proficiency in handling complex cases at the federal, state, and local levels, and the ability to work collaboratively with a team. The Criminal Defense Attorney will be responsible for providing legal counsel, representing clients in court, and managing various aspects of criminal cases.

Job Duties:

• Advise clients on their rights and draw up relevant legal documents about their cases.
• Attend pretrial hearings on behalf of clients, providing counsel and advising on optimal legal strategies.
• Manage court appearances, trials, and related activities, including drafting motions, conducting legal research, and interviewing witnesses.
• Analyze probable case outcomes based on knowledge of legal precedents.
• Effectively manage the workload of multiple cases concurrently.
• Provide legal analysis to clients to determine potential case benefits.
• Accrue additional evidence to support clients' cases or counter prosecution charges.
• Prepare clients for depositions, strategize case goals, and gather information from witnesses and experts.

Requirements:

• 2-5 years of Criminal Defense Experience.
• Experience handling complex criminal cases at the federal, state, and local levels.
• A team player with a collaborative mindset.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (.) from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the State Bar.

Certifications:

• State Bar admission.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Ability to strategize and work collaboratively within a team.
• Proficient in English; bilingual in Spanish is a plus.
• High-level interpersonal skills.

Job Location: Portland, OR

Benefits: The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, an attractive compensation package, paid parking, paid time off, and more.

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