Criminal Defense Attorney - Raleigh/Durham, Nc - Hybrid

Job Description

Job Description

TOP ATTORNEYS: YOUR NEXT MOVE MATTERS.

If you’re ambitious, driven, and ready for more than just another attorney job, Martine Law wants to talk to you.

We’re one of America’s fastest-growing law firms—and we’re looking for attorneys who want to win, grow, and build something bigger.

What’s in it for you?

• $95,000+ starting salary + quarterly performance bonuses

• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental & Vision

• 401(k) + company match

• Unlimited PTO

• Remote & hybrid flexibility

• Real courtroom experience

• Strong operational and technology support

• Serious opportunity for advancement

We don’t want attorneys looking to coast. We want smart, competitive professionals who take ownership, deliver results, and want their careers to move fast.

Think you’re one of them? Let’s talk.

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$95,000 - $120,000 yearly DOE

What You’ll Do

• Defend clients when the stakes are highest , protecting their rights, freedom, and future
• Take ownership of criminal cases from strategy through resolution
• Analyze facts, evidence, and applicable law to develop strong, effective defense strategies
• Build trusted client relationships through clear, responsive, and confident communication
• Draft and file motions, briefs, pleadings, and other legal documents with accuracy and precision
• Negotiate assertively with prosecutors to pursue favorable resolutions for clients
• Handle hearings, motions, negotiations, trials, and other court proceedings
• Collaborate with attorneys and legal support teams to develop comprehensive case strategies
• Advocate confidently for clients throughout the Raleigh/Durham area and surrounding jurisdictions , appearing remotely or in person as required

• J.D. and active North Carolina law license in good standing — required

• 2+ years of criminal defense or closely related litigation experience

• Strong client communication skills with the ability to build trust, explain strategy, and keep clients informed

• Confident courtroom presence with experience handling hearings, motions, negotiations, and trials

• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to advocate effectively with prosecutors

• Excellent legal writing and attention to detail when preparing motions, briefs, and other filings

• Collaborative, team-oriented approach to developing case strategy and achieving strong client outcomes

• Ability to independently manage cases and take ownership from strategy through resolution

• Willingness to appear in person throughout the Raleigh/Durham area and surrounding jurisdictions , with remote appearances as appropriate (Remote appearance will mean the Attorney will travel to appear in person)

Martine Law is a rapidly growing, fully remote law firm dedicated to protecting good people through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. We focus exclusively on criminal defense and family law, delivering strategic, compassionate, and results-driven representation.

We are guided by our core values:

• Unwavering Commitment to Excellence – We hold ourselves to a higher standard in every case, every client interaction, every result.
• Diversity & Respect – We foster an inclusive environment where clients and team members feel valued and heard.
• Technological & Systematic Innovation – We leverage cutting-edge tools and streamlined systems to elevate performance and outcomes.
• Passion for Advocacy – We fight hard, prepare thoroughly, and advocate relentlessly for those we represent.

At Martine Law, we are building more than a firm — we are building a modern legal platform designed for impact, growth, and meaningful client results.