Associate Criminal Defense Attorney

Login or Register Home Daily Jobs Post A Job Employers Create A Company Post A Free Job Post A Featured Job Search Resumes Job Seekers Dashboard Create A Resume Pricing Associate Criminal Defense Attorney A Criminal Justice Attorney 59 minutes ago Shaker Heights, OH Recent Graduates Full Time Not Specified 65,000 - 75,000 / Yearly Not Specified Share on Apply now Description: Description: Entry-Level / Early Career Attorney About the role: The Botnick Law Firm is looking for an associate attorney who is interested in building a career in criminal defense. If you are looking for a place where you can develop courtroom confidence, learn criminal defense strategy, and grow inside a team-centered law firm, this may be the right fit. You do not need to know everything on day one. We are looking for someone who is motivated, coachable, organized, and committed to helping clients through difficult moments. Our firm handles criminal, traffic, OVI/DUI, juvenile, and related defense matters throughout Northeast Ohio. The work is fast-paced, meaningful, and client-focused. Our Core Values We try to make decisions and serve clients based on four core values: Responsibility We own our work and follow through. Dignity We treat clients, coworkers, courts, and opposing counsel with respect. Quality We prepare carefully and take pride in our work. Teamwork We support each other and communicate openly. Compensation and Benefits: Compensation will be commensurate with experience. Benefits include: PTO Sick time Floating holidays Health insurance HSA 401(k) Eligibility for firm performance bonuses How to Apply: Please submit your resume and a short cover letter telling us about your criminal law or courtroom experience and why you are interested in joining our team. Responsibilities: What You'll Do: As an associate attorney, you will work with our team on a variety of criminal defense matters. Your responsibilities may include: Appearing in court for arraignments, pretrials, hearings, and other case events Meeting and communicating with clients Reviewing discovery, police reports, videos, and court records Helping prepare cases for negotiation, hearings, sentencing, and trial Drafting motions, letters, case updates, and other legal documents Working with attorneys and staff to keep cases moving forward Learning how to evaluate cases, spot issues, and develop defense strategies Conducting consultations with prospective clients You will receive guidance and support, but we will also expect you to take ownership of your work, follow through, and keep improving. Qualifications: What We're Looking For: The right candidate will bring: Ohio law license or a clear path to admission Interest in criminal defense, traffic, and OVI/DUI work Strong written and verbal communication skills Good judgment and professionalism Attention to detail: Willingness to appear in court, speak with clients, and visit clients in jail Ability to stay organized in a busy practice Coachability and desire to learn Respect for clients, courts, opposing counsel, and teammates Prior criminal law, courtroom, clinic, public defender, prosecutor, mock trial, or law clerk experience is helpful but not required. About Us Attorney Jobs in USA heartily welcomes you. We provide attorney jobs, in house counsel jobs and law student jobs around the USA from leading resources. We are always welcome your feedback to improve our performance. Please feel free to contact us with your suggestions or concern using Contact Us form. Company About Us Daily Jobs FAQ Terms & Conditions Contact Us Job Search by locations Attorney Jobs in New York Attorney Jobs in Washington Attorney Jobs in San Francisco Attorney Jobs in Los Angeles Attorney Jobs in Chicago Trending job titles Counsel Jobs Employment Associate Jobs Staff Attorney Jobs Prosecutor Jobs Patent Attorney Jobs Copyrights 2026 All Rights Reserved by Attorney Jobs in USA .