Criminal Defense Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Criminal Defense Attorney
Location: Dallas, TX (with travel across North Texas)
Type: Full-Time

Overview

A growing criminal defense practice is seeking a motivated and resilient attorney to join its team in the Dallas area. This role offers hands-on litigation experience across a wide range of criminal matters, with the opportunity to take ownership of cases early in your career while building strong courtroom and investigative skills.

This is an ideal opportunity for a driven early-career attorney who wants real responsibility, meaningful case exposure, and accelerated development in criminal law.

What You'll Do

• Manage a diverse caseload of criminal defense matters (misdemeanor and felony)
• Represent clients in hearings, pre-trial motions, and court appearances
• Conduct legal research, case strategy development, and evidence review
• Perform client meetings, jail visits, and case preparation
• Negotiate plea agreements and support trial preparation (including second chair opportunities)
• Conduct and support investigations related to assigned cases
• Collaborate with paralegals and internal team members to move cases forward efficiently
• Maintain strong relationships with clients, court staff, and opposing counsel

What the Day-to-Day Looks Like

• Significant time spent in court and traveling between counties (approximately 4 days/week out of office)
• High level of autonomy in managing your schedule and caseload
• Ability to work remotely between court appearances using provided technology
• Exposure to a wide range of cases, from domestic matters to more complex criminal charges
• Fast-paced, hands-on environment with real responsibility early

What We're Looking For

• Licensed to practice law in Texas
• 1–5 years of experience preferred (open to strong early-career attorneys)
• Interest in criminal defense and litigation
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage a high-volume caseload
• Willingness to travel throughout the North Texas region
• Ability to handle a fast-paced, high-responsibility environment
• Strong work ethic, accountability, and follow-through
• Comfortable taking initiative, including investigative work and case ownership

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Life and disability coverage

Why This Role

• Immediate, hands-on courtroom experience
• Broad exposure across criminal case types
• High level of autonomy and ownership
• Opportunity to rapidly build litigation and trial skills