Criminal Defense Attorney

Pay: $120,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year

Note: Employees will work remotely when not in court or meeting with clients, but must be based in the Washington, D.C. area.

Note: The qualified candidate for this position must have an active D.C. Bar license and a minimum of 35 years of criminal defense experience.

About Our Client

Our client is a dynamic and well-established law firm with a strong reputation for providing aggressive, client-focused representation in criminal defense matters. With a growing presence across multiple states, they pride themselves on a culture of collaboration, integrity, and excellence.

Job Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney to join their Washington, D.C. team. This role is ideal for a litigator who thrives in high-stakes environments and wants the opportunity to handle serious felony and misdemeanor cases at the local, state, and federal levels.

• Represent clients in all phases of criminal proceedings, from arraignment through trial
• Prepare and argue motions, conduct negotiations, and handle plea agreements
• Draft motions, pleadings, and appellate briefs with precision and clarity
• Advise clients on case strategy, rights, and potential outcomes
• Appear in court regularly for hearings, motions, and trials
• Collaborate with investigators, fellow attorneys, and support staff to ensure comprehensive case preparation
• Manage a demanding caseload while maintaining accuracy and professionalism

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active and in good standing with the D.C. Bar
• 3-5+ years of proven criminal defense experience, with significant trial exposure
• Exceptional oral advocacy, negotiation, and legal writing skills
• Strong organizational ability to manage a high caseload
• Dedication to ethical, client-centered advocacy

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Join a respected, expanding law firm with a strong reputation in criminal defense
• Exposure to diverse and challenging cases across multiple jurisdictions
• Comprehensive benefits and retirement plan
• Supportive and collaborative team environment with professional growth opportunities
• Opportunity to make a real impact in the lives of clients facing critical challenges

JPC-421

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Requirements: Note, these requirements are in conjunction with the job description but supersede what is written in the ad: J.D. WA Bar license. 3+ years of criminal defense experience, with significant trial exposure. Relocation - NO

• Submissions Name / Em: Vanessa / [email protected]

Recruiters Submission: To submit cancel - Criminal Defense Attorney - Price Benowitz - JPC 421 - Source

• In submission notes: Do not submit Wendy Satin (already received multiple times) or Christopher Shedlick.

**New Job Order Alert**

• Client job title: Criminal Defense Attorney

• Location: Washington D.C.

• On-site, hybrid, remote: Remote when not in court or meeting with clients

• Experience: 3

• Good fit job titles/keywords for candidates:Public Defender, Assistant District Attorney, Litigation Associate – keywords: criminal defense, trial experience, felony cases, misdemeanor, motions practice, plea negotiations, federal court, appellate briefs, litigation strategyAbility, Business Immigration Attorney – EB-1A/O-1/NIW, High-Achiever Immigration Counsel

• # of hires needed: 1

• Open or not to recruiters on TE: YES

Recruiter Explainer (10-Year-Old Version)

A strong candidate is an attorney licensed in D.C. with at least 3–5 years of criminal defense experience. They should be skilled in representing clients through every stage of criminal proceedings, from arraignment to trial, and have strong trial advocacy skills. The firm is a respected multi-state law firm focused on zealous defense in both felony and misdemeanor cases.