Criminal Defense Attorney

Job Title: Criminal Defense Attorney
Location: Phoenix–Biltmore, Arizona (Hybrid Schedule)
Experience Required: Minimum 5 years of criminal defense practice
Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience; full benefits package

About the Role
A well‑established personal‑injury law firm headquartered in Arizona is building a criminal defense practice and needs an experienced attorney to spearhead it. The position is based in the firm’s Phoenix–Biltmore office; hybrid work is available, but regular onsite presence is required.

Responsibilities

• Interview clients and witnesses, conduct legal research and gather evidence to build strong case theories.

• Draft, file and argue motions, legal briefs and appeals.

• Represent clients at arraignments, hearings and trials and present evidence to judges and juries.

• Advise clients on their legal rights and options and negotiate plea bargains, settlements and sentencing terms.

• Develop strategies to resolve cases efficiently and cost‑effectively, managing matters from investigation through resolution.

• Stay current on criminal law and procedure through ongoing training and professional development.

• Collaborate with support staff while maintaining autonomy over your caseload and ensuring high ethical and professional standards.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active membership in the Arizona Bar.

• At least five years of substantive criminal defense experience, including first‑chair trial work.

• Strong research, writing and analytical skills; ability to craft and argue motions and briefs.

• Excellent negotiation and courtroom advocacy skills; ability to communicate complex legal concepts to clients and juries.

• High ethical standards, sound judgment and a client‑focused mindset.

• Willingness to work onsite in Phoenix–Biltmore with flexibility for a hybrid schedule.

Why Apply
This is a chance to build a criminal defense practice within a respected firm known for aggressive advocacy. You’ll have competitive compensation, full benefits and the autonomy to shape the practice while working alongside seasoned attorneys in other disciplines.