Criminal Defense Attorney

1-3 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm seeks a Criminal Defense Attorney for their Houston, TX office. This role demands Texas Criminal Law expertise and a Texas law license. The successful candidate will be responsible for proactive client care and delivering exceptional service in case management. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with paid vacation and sick leave. After 90 days, eligible employees can opt into a 401K plan with a generous employer match.

Job Overview:

• Provide proactive client care and deliver exceptional service in case management.
• Handle criminal defense cases with professionalism and dedication.
• Work collaboratively with clients to strategize and execute defense plans.

Duties:

• Represent clients in criminal defense cases.
• Conduct legal research and analysis.
• Prepare legal documents, including briefs, motions, and appeals.
• Advocate for clients in court proceedings.
• Negotiate plea deals with prosecutors.
• Maintain client confidentiality and trust.
• Stay updated on changes in criminal law and procedure.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to Practice Law in Texas.
• Proven experience in criminal defense law, preferably in Texas.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in legal documentation.

Certifications:

Licensed to Practice Law in Texas.

Skills:

• Proficiency in Texas Criminal Law.
• Legal research and analysis.
• Case management and organization.
• Advocacy and negotiation.
• Written and oral communication.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.

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