Remote Contract Attorney - Criminal/Traffic Law

Remote Contract Attorney – Criminal/Traffic Law 5–15 hours per week, remote work from home. Salary: $75–$100 per hour. Lead Attorney role in criminal and traffic law cases. Job Details 5–20 hours per week Contract – open‑end Flexible schedule, remote work (except required in‑person duties) No minimum billed‑hours requirement Candidate must relocate prior to starting work if not already in the area Key Responsibilities Handle a broad range of criminal defense matters, including DUI/DWAI, domestic violence, traffic offenses, and juvenile delinquency. Take full ownership of cases from start to finish, including motions practice, hearings, negotiations, and trial preparation/appearances. Analyze police reports, evidence, witness statements, and procedural errors to identify suppression issues and defense angles early. Maintain consistent, clear, and empathetic communication with clients in high‑stress, high‑impact situations. Manage fast‑moving deadlines, court schedules, and time‑sensitive filings across El Paso County. Work with investigators, experts, and internal team members to build tailored defense strategies—no cookie‑cutter approaches. Prepare all cases as if they may go to trial, even when resolution is likely. Optional additional exposure may include protective orders, DMV hearings, or collateral impact advisement (employment/licensing/etc.). Requirements Minimum 3 years of criminal defense experience, including courtroom advocacy and strong knowledge of Texas criminal procedures and local court rules. Experience handling DUI, domestic violence, traffic, and/or juvenile matters. Must reside within reasonable travel distance of El Paso County courthouses and be available for required in‑person hearings. Strong ability to review and challenge evidence (e.g., stops, field sobriety tests, chemical tests, body‑cam footage). Familiarity with Clio legal software and Math4Law is a plus. Licensed attorney in good standing with no disciplinary history in any state. Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. By applying, you acknowledge that you may receive calls, text messages, or emails from Jobot and may consent to AI‑generated communications. Message and data rates may apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr Jobot Consulting