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Associate Attorney - Family Law & Criminal Defense

$90k - $150k

Orion Placement

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $90,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

  • Build a meaningful legal practice across two high-impact areas: family law and criminal defense.
  • Get substantial courtroom advocacy experience while handling consequential matters for real people.
  • Enjoy the variety of a true dual-practice role rather than being limited to one narrow area of law.
  • Work with a collaborative legal team that values professional development, strategic thinking, and client service.
  • Benefit from hybrid flexibility and the choice of working from either our Brunswick or Kennebunk office.
  • Earn competitive compensation with additional performance-based bonus opportunities.

Location: Hybrid opportunity based out of either our Brunswick, ME or Kennebunk, ME office, offering flexibility while keeping you connected to a collaborative legal team.

Note: Active Maine Bar licensure is required. 1+ year of criminal law or family law experience

About Us

We are a client-focused law firm dedicated to helping people navigate some of the most consequential legal challenges they will face. Our team combines strong courtroom advocacy, strategic problem-solving, compassion, and practical legal guidance to pursue meaningful outcomes for our clients.Confidential Employer.

Job Description

  • Represent clients in family law and criminal defense matters from initial consultation through resolution.
  • Develop and manage a diverse caseload involving high-stakes and highly personal legal issues.
  • Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents.
  • Prepare cases for hearings, negotiations, trials, and other courtroom proceedings.
  • Advocate for clients in court and confidently present legal arguments.
  • Develop case strategies tailored to each client's circumstances and goals.
  • Communicate directly with clients and guide them through complex legal processes.
  • Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to efficiently move matters forward.
  • Maintain organized case files, deadlines, and consistent client communication.
  • Continue developing expertise across both family law and criminal defense.

Qualifications

  • Active Maine Bar license in good standing.
  • 1+ year of criminal law or family law experience
  • J.D. from an accredited law school.
  • Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and courtroom advocacy skills.
  • Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines, and competing priorities.
  • Genuine interest in practicing both family law and criminal defense.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the opportunity to grow as a well-rounded litigator while doing work that genuinely matters to clients. Our team values collaboration, professional growth, thoughtful advocacy, and a client-first mindset, while giving attorneys the flexibility and support to develop their own strengths and practice.

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Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement plan
  • Vision insurance
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