Description:
Description:At My Rights Law, we don't just process cases; we protect lives. We are a premier criminal defense firm dedicated to the principle that every person deserves a zealous, high-caliber defense regardless of the charges against them. We are currently seeking an experienced, powerhouse Criminal Defense Attorney to join our mission-driven team.
If you are a trial-ready advocate who thrives in the courtroom and believes that the "presumption of innocence" is a mandate, not a suggestion, we want to hear from you.
You will step into a dynamic role managing a diverse caseload of state and federal matters, ranging from DUIs and misdemeanors to complex, high-stakes felonies. At My Rights Law, you won't be stuck in a library doing research for years—you will be in the courtroom, at the negotiating table, and on the front lines of justice.
Your day-to-day will include:
- Strategic Litigation: Managing cases from initial intake through trial or resolution.
- Courtroom Advocacy: Conducting preliminary hearings, arguing evidentiary motions, and leading jury trials.
- Client Empowerment: Navigating clients through the most stressful moments of their lives with empathy, clarity, and authoritative guidance.
- Masterful Drafting: Crafting persuasive motions and legal briefs that challenge the prosecution's narrative.
Why My Rights Law?
We offer the resources of a large firm with the culture and mentorship of a boutique practice.
Mentorship & Growth: Work alongside seasoned trial attorneys who are invested in your professional development.
- Innovative Environment: We utilize a tech-forward, streamlined approach to practice management so you can focus on lawyering, not paperwork.
- Work-Life Synergy: We play hard and win big, but we respect that our attorneys are at their best when they have the balance needed to recharge.
- Competitive Package: We offer a highly competitive salary, performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive benefits suite (Health, 401(k), and Bar dues).
Responsibilities:
- Complete legal research and prepare motions, pleadings, and briefs
- Draft correspondence, legal pleadings, motions, and briefs
- Argue motions in court on behalf of clients during legal proceedings
- Oversee paralegals, law clerks, and administrative staff
- Take responsibility for administrative staff relating to client invoicing/billing records, setting up meetings with clients and completing tasks
- Determine case strategies and solutions to serve clients' needs after analysis
- Provide legal counsel to clients by analyzing their needs and determining a proper course of action
Qualifications:
- Proficiency with legal case management software (e.g., Practice Panther, Clio, Filevine, or Smokeball) and e-filing systems for state and federal courts.
- Exceptional emotional intelligence and a high level of discretion when handling sensitive case details and interacting with clients facing high-stress situations.
- Ability to use Microsoft Office is required
- Strong knowledge of legal research programs such as Westlaw and Lexis products is required
- Decision-making, public speaking, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, and communication skills are a must
- Over 1 year of experience representing clients in a law firm
- Candidates must currently be a member of their local bar association - active member preferred
- Able to work independently while handling multiple files
Compensation:
$140,000 - $180,000 yearly