Criminal Defense Attorney

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 Northern Virginia practice. Must be able to work on multiple cases at different stages of the process.

Responsibilities

• :Represent clients in the General District Court / Circuit Cour
• tPrepare and draft legal documents on behalf of client

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Qualification

• s:Experience in criminal defen
• seAdvise clients about their legal rights and optio
• nsConduct legal research and devise an effective strategy to defend the client(s) in cou
• rtGather evidence in support of the ca
• sePresent evidence in cou
• rtStrong analytical and problem-solving skil
• lsAbility to build rapport with clien
• tsMust be licensed in Virgin
• iaSpeak Spanish a plus but not requir

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Qualifications and Ski

• llsMust be proficient with handling a high volumes of ca
• sesMust be an active member and in good standing with the Virginia
• barMust have a proven ability to thrive in a fast paced environme
• nt.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

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Benef

• its:Medical & Dental Bene
• fitsPersonal Time
• OffBon
• uses401k with employer matc
• hingPerformance Bon
• usesCLE Paid Bar Dues