Associate Attorney - Criminal And Traffic

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Associate Attorney - Criminal And Traffic

Fairfax, VA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Northern Virginia firm hiring a self-motivated, professional, and detail-oriented Associate Attorney for Traffic and Criminal Court. Experience in Virginia criminal/traffic courts is preferred, but not required. A successful candidate is someone who wants to practice as a trial lawyer and rapidly learn the ropes in state and federal courts. Since there will be extensive new and current client contact, a successful candidate must also possess outstanding attorney-client relationship skills. Spanish speaker is preferred but not required. We offer a competitive salary compensation package that includes bonuses, 401(k), and paid vacations. Responsibilities: • Conduct legal research using tools such as Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw. • Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs. • Represent clients in criminal defense proceedings. Interest in courtroom practice is a must! • Negotiate with prosecutors and other parties on behalf of clients. • Provide legal advice and guidance to clients in Spanish. • Stay updated on changes in criminal law and procedures. • Utilize writing skills to prepare legal correspondence and documents. Qualifications: • Licensed to practice law in Virginia. • Member of the Virginia Bar. • 1-3 years of law experience preferred. • Bilingual Spanish / English preferred. Compensation: $70,000 - $110,000 yearly

    • Conduct legal research using tools such as Lexis-Nexis and Westlaw. • Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and briefs. • Represent clients in criminal defense proceedings. Interest in courtroom practice is a must! • Negotiate with prosecutors and other parties on behalf of clients. • Provide legal advice and guidance to clients in Spanish. • Stay updated on changes in criminal law and procedures. • Utilize writing skills to prepare legal correspondence and documents.

  • Compensation
    $70,000-$110,000 per year