Criminal Defense Attorney

Job Description

Portner & Shure is one of the leading criminal defense firms in Virginia. We are seeking a leading associate attorney to handle criminal cases for our Southern Virginia practice. Must be able to work on multiple cases at different stages of the process.

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Responsibilities

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• Represent clients in the General District Court / Circuit Court
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• Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of clients
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Qualification

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• Experience in criminal defense
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• Advise clients about their legal rights and options
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• Conduct legal research and devise an effective strategy to defend the client(s) in court
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• Gather evidence in support of the case
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• Present evidence in court
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• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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• Ability to build rapport with clients
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Must be licensed in Virginia

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Speak Spanish a plus but not requir ed

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• Qualifications and Ski lls
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• Must be proficient with handling a high volumes of cases
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• Must be an active member and in good standing with the Virginia bar
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• Must have a proven ability to thrive in a fast paced environment.
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Must have excellent attention to detail, stellar organization skills and the ability to not only communicate well but to fully grasp real-life implications that these cases have on our clie nts

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• Benef its:
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• Medical & Dental Benefits
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• Personal TimeOff
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• Bonuses
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• 401k with employer matching
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• Performance Bonuses
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CLE Paid Bar Dues paid