Associate Criminal Defense Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an admitted attorney for an Associate Criminal Defense Attorney position in Dallas, TX. This role offers a dedicated attorney the chance to gain valuable experience and advance their career within an established firm. The Associate Attorney will manage their caseload, engage with clients, and collaborate with a team of attorneys and legal assistants.

Duties

• Advise clients on legal rights and draft legal documents related to their cases.
• Attend pretrial hearings and advise clients on strategies post-hearing.
• Manage court appearances, trials, draft motions, and conduct legal research.
• Analyze case outcomes using legal precedents.
• Provide legal analysis to determine case benefits.
• Gather additional evidence to support client cases or counter prosecution charges.
• Prepare clients for depositions and gather information from witnesses and experts.

Requirements

• Experience handling complex criminal cases at federal, state, and local levels.
• Team player open to collaboration and strategizing with associates.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is strongly preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Licensed to practice law in Texas.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases efficiently.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid parking.
• Paid time off.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10777 Westheimer, Suite 1100
Houston
Texas
United States 77042
Phone : (713) 270-1199
Fax : (213) 895-7306