Description Are you a dedicated attorney looking for an exciting new opportunity? Our firm is expanding, and we're seeking a talented lawyer to handle our criminal cases as we grow and continue to make a difference in our clients' lives. Our ideal candidate is eager to join a team that's redefining what a modern law firm can be. We're looking for someone who is excited about the opportunity to be part of a firm that offers growth and incentive opportunities. We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic about serving as Associate Attorney for clients facing felony or misdemeanor charges. If you're passionate about defending individuals and safeguarding their futures, and you're comfortable managing a caseload primarily consisting of DUIs, misdemeanors, and low-level felonies, we want to connect with you. In this role, you'll apply your criminal law experience to manage a diverse caseload of over 60 cases, ranging from misdemeanor to felony charges in Justice, Superior, and Municipal Courts across Maricopa County ONLY. You'll have the flexibility to work from home or the office, and mileage for court appearances will be reimbursed. Your responsibilities will include reviewing and enhancing memos prepared by our paralegal, using your negotiation skills to meet client needs, recording video updates on case specifics, and offering clear legal options to help clients make informed decisions. Additionally, our attorneys are expected to adhere to their Clio task list and maintain an average of 30 productive hours per week. This position offers a competitive starting annual salary of $80,000 - $105,000, with the potential for monthly bonuses based on your efficiency and the results you achieve. We also provide comprehensive benefits including Health, Vision, and Dental insurance, 401(k) plan, and life insurance. If you're fluent in Spanish, there is an additional $10,000/year compensation available. Who We Want Being a lawyer is just the starting point for us. We're looking for more than that. We want an assertive, energetic go-getter who is self-driven and highly accountable. We are committed to innovating criminal law practice to better serve our clients. Therefore, we seek attorneys who are open to new methods and solutions. Our focus is on achieving the best outcomes for our clients, not on sales quotas, making sales calls, or visiting clients in jail. Here are some of our values at the firm:
- Protect the license
- Solve cases with the best result possible in the most efficient way possible
- Put yourself in your client's shoes
- Leads come first (sales is the lifeblood of the firm)
- Don't put up roadblocks
- Control what you can control
- We are a team, not a family
- Triage when things get busy
- Trust the process
- Under promise, over-deliver
- Data, data, data (accurate data is the vision of the firm)
- Notes, notes, notes (detailed notes are the memory of the firm)
- Set everyone up for success (don't set others or yourself up to fail)
What We're Not Looking For Here are qualities we prefer to avoid. If these describe you, please do not apply:
- Disorganization and forgetfulness
- Difficulty working collaboratively on a team and preferring to work alone
- Inability to adhere to established legal workflows
- Causing delays in cases due to lack of preparation
- Resistance to constructive feedback and difficulty accepting it
- Inability to show up on time
Responsibilities • Manage a caseload ranging from 40 to 100 cases • Create accurate and detailed case notes, including custom video recordings for clients • Communicate compassionately and effectively with clients, opposing counsel, co-workers, supervisors, and others • Utilize technology tools daily, such as Clio Manage, Zoom, Outlook, Slack, and Loom • Review legal memos, deviation requests, plea agreements, and sentencing recommendations • Draft and argue evidentiary motions, and other legal issues and litigate at trial • Attend weekly meetings with management to review case progress • Follow and complete a daily task list, ensuring 30 hours of productive work each week Benefits • 401(k) matching • Health insurance (firm covers 50%) • Dental insurance (firm covers 100%) • Vision insurance (firm covers 100%) • Life insurance (firm covers 100%) • Professional Liability insurance (firm covers 100%) • Paid time off (firm covers 100%) • Mileage reimbursement Qualifications • Must already know the advanced practices of criminal law to begin working cases immediately once hired. An ideal candidate will already have experience as a criminal defense lawyer, public defender, or prosecutor for at least 2 years • Experience with criminal matters including prior completion of 150 or more change of pleas and sentencing at the felony and/or misdemeanor levels • Experience with criminal matters including prior completion of 5 or more bench or jury trials at either a felony or misdemeanor level • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Membership in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona • Juris Doctorate Degree from an ABA-accredited School For your submission to be considered please, submit a resume, references, and salary requirements. If selected to interview you will be asked to submit a substantive writing sample.