Criminal Defense Attorney

Pay: $100,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join an established criminal defense practice where your work directly impacts clients and their families.
• Handle meaningful criminal defense matters with opportunities for negotiation, litigation, trial, and appellate advocacy.
• Work alongside an experienced attorney team with deep knowledge of Colorado criminal law.
• Build on your courtroom and case-management skills while taking on sophisticated and challenging matters.
• Potential bonus opportunities are available for experienced attorneys who can help bring in new clients.

Location: Denver, Colorado. This is currently an in-person position, with the firm working toward implementing a hybrid office policy in the future.

Note: Candidates must have an active Colorado Bar license, at least 2 years of Colorado criminal defense experience, and a clear history of practicing exclusively in criminal defense. Candidates must currently be practicing in Colorado; out-of-state candidates will not be considered.

About Us

We are a dedicated legal team focused on providing strong, personalized representation in criminal defense and related matters. Our approach combines the resources and experience of a larger practice with the personal attention clients expect from a focused legal team. We take pride in thorough case evaluation, strategic advocacy, and fighting for the best possible outcomes for the people we represent. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Represent clients in Colorado criminal defense matters from initial case evaluation through resolution.
• Develop and execute strategic defense plans tailored to each client's circumstances.
• Handle negotiations, hearings, motions, trials, and other criminal proceedings.
• Analyze evidence, conduct legal research, and prepare persuasive pleadings and arguments.
• Communicate directly with clients and provide clear, compassionate legal guidance throughout their cases.
• Collaborate with other attorneys and legal professionals on complex matters.
• Evaluate potential immigration consequences of criminal matters when applicable.
• Maintain strong case management, documentation, and court-preparation practices.
• Build strong client relationships and, for experienced attorneys, participate in new-client consultations and business development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Active Colorado Bar license in good standing.
• 2+ years of Colorado criminal defense experience.
• Demonstrated experience practicing exclusively in criminal defense.
• Strong courtroom, negotiation, legal research, writing, and client-advocacy skills.
• Excellent judgment, communication, organization, and case-management abilities.
• Candidates must be currently located in Colorado and able to work in person in Denver.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the opportunity to do substantive criminal defense work in a collaborative environment where attorneys are trusted to make an impact. Our team values strong advocacy, professional growth, meaningful client relationships, and thoughtful legal strategy. If you are an experienced Colorado criminal defense attorney looking for a role where your work matters, we would love to hear from you.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Must-have:CO bar license, 2+ yrs of criminal defense exp

• Required Years as Associate, 2+ years
• Additional context: Relocation- [No]. Packages - [No]
• Salary Bands (Only if attorney role): 
• $100K to $110K (2 to 3 yrs);
• $110K to $120K (4 to 6 yrs); 
• $120K to $130K+ (7+ yrs)

Submission Email: Jonathan-[email protected]

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• Client job title: Criminal Defense Attorney
• Location: Denver, Colorado
• On-site, hybrid, remote: On-site
• Experience: 2+
• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates: Criminal Defense Attorney, Criminal Defense Lawyer, Criminal Defense Associate, Criminal Litigation Attorney, Trial Attorney
• # of hires needed: 1