Criminal Defense Attorney

Description:

Personal Injury & Workers Compensation Lawyers, a rapidly growing Southeastern Pennsylvania law firm, is looking for an experienced (2+ years) Criminal Defense Attorney with a commitment to providing exceptional client service.
Excellent academic and employment credentials, including federal and/or state court experience, and PA Bar admission are required.

• Meet with clients at the various firm office locations, as well as virtually and by phone, to review facts, build a case and develop case strategies
• Collect retainers from clients and execute contracts that specify the parameters of the working relationship
• Research cases by interviewing witnesses, reviewing evidence, and speaking with the client
• Research case law, statutes, crimes codes, and procedural law
• Where applicable, negotiate with the prosecution to plea bargain to lesser charges
• Draft, file and argue motions such as motions to dismiss and motions to suppress
• Attend all pretrial hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about the best strategies
• Conduct trials and/or administrative proceedings as necessary

Minimum Qualifications:

• PA bar admission required
• Ability to handle a high case load
• Willingness to meet with all clients, either virtually or in person and most importantly, build a strong client-attorney relationship
• Must be able to build a client's case and establish a strong defense through exceptional investigative and research skills.
• Must possess in-depth understanding of state and local rules, court procedures, evidentiary laws, and judges to navigate the criminal justice system efficiently and effectively
• Excellent oral and written advocacy skills to argue a client's case before a judge and persuade a jury

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• 2+ years of experience as a practicing criminal defense attorney preferred
• Experience with SmartAdvocate case management software a plus
• Spanish bilingual a plus

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