107 Criminal Law jobs in the United States

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Benefits/Perks

• Careers Advancement Opportunities
• Flexible Scheduling
• Competitive Compensation

Job Summary

We are seeking an Attorney to join our law firm. In this role, you will provide legal counsel, perform legal research, draft documents, and update and maintain files. You will work closely with administrative staff, other colleagues, and senior partners to provide excellent legal services to our clients. If you are a self-starter with a passion for law, we want to hear from you. 

Responsibilities 

• Prepare contracts, briefs, motions, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research
• Prepare for and attend legal proceedings
• Provide legal counsel in conjunction with senior associates
• Negotiate on behalf of clients
• Maintain detailed and accurate client records
• Supervise paralegals and administrative assistants

Qualifications

• 5 years of criminal law experience
• Successful completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school and bar exam
• Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues to best serve clients

Job Description

Simms Showers LLP Criminal & Traffic Law Associate Attorney Position

• Simms Showers LLP, a growing Northern Virginia and Maryland based law firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney for our Criminal and Traffic practice area. 
• We seek team members who appreciate and can thrive in a faith-driven environment with a desire to contribute to a team that integrates faith and law in practical ways. 

This exciting legal opportunity also offers a great office and team environment with attorneys ready to provide mentorship and support. Associates with Simms Showers LLP are full-time, salaried employees with significant benefits, including: (1) health insurance options; (2) paid sick and vacation leave; (3) 401K retirement with 4% matching program; (4) a cash balance program and profit sharing. 

·         Represent clients in criminal and traffic cases, including misdemeanors, felonies, DUI/DWI, and traffic violations.

·         Conduct client intake and consultations to assess case facts, explain legal options, and develop defense strategies.

·         Appear in district and circuit courts for arraignments, hearings, motions, trials, and sentencing.

·         Negotiate with prosecutors for plea agreements, reduced charges, or alternative sentencing options.

·         Prepare and argue motions to suppress evidence, dismiss charges, or modify bail/bond conditions.

·         Perform legal research on statutes, case law, and procedural rules relevant to criminal and traffic matters.

·         Draft and file pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents with appropriate courts.

·         Review discovery materials, police reports, and evidence to identify legal issues and defenses.

To apply, send your (1) resume, (2) cover letter, and (3) if a recent graduate, a transcript (unofficial transcript is fine) via email to Kevin Connor at and copy

To learn more about the firm, check out our website  

Requirements:

·         1+ years of experience as a public defender or a Commonwealth Attorney. 

·         Ability to flourish in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with multiple priorities

·         VA Bar License

·         Legal writing, analysis, and drafting skills

·         Ability and willingness to travel to different courts in Northern Virginia

Preferred Qualifications:

·         Jury trial and/or traffic court experience

·         Prior judicial clerkship experience

·         Ability to travel regularly to western Virginia (e.g. Frederick, Clark, Rt. 81 corridor) 

Spanish speaking skills are a plus but not required 

Job Description

Neeley Law is Arizona’s premiere consumer bankruptcy firm with over 25,000 past and present clients. At Neeley Law, we believe in second chances .

We are seeking a Sr. Criminal Law Attorney to head up our new criminal law department. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of building something incredible.

The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of criminal law experience, excellent interpersonal skills, leadership ability, a passion for helping people, and a continuous desire to keep improving.

Primary responsibilities will include handling all aspects of criminal law cases as well as developing policies, procedures, and plans for the criminal law department. Eventual responsibilities are expected to include supervision of attorney and non-attorney staff.

Neeley Law offers excellent compensation and medical, dental, vision, life, and retirement benefits you’d only expect to find at a much larger firm. We take care of our team.

Come join us!

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Criminal Defense and Military Law Firm Seeking an Experienced Paralegal  

Do you want to fight for people when the government is bullying them?   

We are a growing law firm on track for continued expansion. We seek an experienced paralegal to join our team to work directly with the owner and attorneys. You will support the team and help clients. 

We are known for helping clients preserve their reputation and protect their future.  

This is a full-time job where you are expected to manage a caseload, so you must be able to work in the office for 40 hours per week. Our team collaborates to take seemingly impossible situations and find solutions that save lives. We also take the time to have fun and celebrate our success.  

We need a paralegal with experience in criminal defense at the state and federal levels. Experience in the military criminal justice system is a plus. You like to take the initiative on work that needs to be done and complete tasks with autonomy.  

We look forward to reviewing your application.

Competitive compensation and benefits package available. 

Salary range DOE: $42,000 - $4,000 yearly

42,000 - 54,000 yearly

We need a paralegal who can hit the ground running, including: 

Primary , immediately upon taking this position: 

• Manage case administration from start to finish 
• Communicate with clients regarding updates and case status 
• Manage and organize discovery 

Secondary , as you show your value to the team: 

• Draft and prepare motions and legal documents for filing 
• Assist with trial preparation 
• Research legal topics and issues 

Do the following statements describe you?  

• You have 3+ years of legal experience in criminal defense
• You keep everyone on schedule with a high degree of attention to detail 
• You are an empathetic person and believe that everyone deserves the very best legal representation 
• You are very good with Microsoft Office and other law office applications 
• You juggle tasks well and can change gears quickly 
• You are a team player and enjoy people 
• You work hard and always get the job done 

We are a Dallas-based law firm specializing in federal criminal defense and military justice cases around the world. We take pride in fighting for people when the government is going after them. Our primary concern is preserving the reputations and futures of clients.

In our 30 years of experience, we have helped guide numerous clients throughout Texas through serious state and federal crimes, including both felony and misdemeanor offenses. Our compassionate and dedicated team, led by Dallas criminal defense attorney Patrick J. McLain, is dedicated to helping you get your life back after an arrest or criminal accusation.

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Criminal Defense Attorney — Fort Lauderdale & Miami

Ready to fight for freedom, protect futures, and join a powerhouse team making a real impact?

At Rossen Law Firm, we don’t just defend cases — we defend people.

We stand beside good people when bad things happen, and we fight relentlessly to help them protect their rights, their reputations, and their futures.

As we expand our award-winning criminal defense team in Fort Lauderdale and Miami, we’re looking for an attorney who’s fearless in the courtroom, relentless in preparation, and deeply committed to our mission, culture, and clients.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Purpose-driven work helping good people rebuild their lives and futures
• An elite team of passionate professionals who have your back — in and out of court
• Cutting-edge systems in an AI-native, innovative law firm
• Real opportunities for career growth, mentorship, and leadership development
• Positive, driven culture that celebrates success and teamwork

Who You Are

You’re not looking for “just another job.” You want to make a difference — to stand up in court and stand beside the clients. You thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment where excellence, honesty, and accountability aren’t optional — they’re expected.

You’ll fit right in if you live by our five core values:

Open & Honest

• You lead with integrity. You communicate clearly and directly — with clients, courts, and colleagues — always telling the truth with professionalism and compassion.

Team First (Wolfpack Mentality)

• You know defense is a team sport. You build trust, share credit, and support your colleagues. You lift others up and never let a teammate stand alone.

Take Action

• You move with urgency and purpose. You don’t wait for someone else to solve the problem — you step up, take ownership, and get it done.

Play All In

• You bring passion and energy to every case. You care deeply about the clients, your craft, and your outcomes — and you refuse to settle for “good enough.”

Get to Yes

• You’re resourceful, persistent, and creative. You find solutions where others see dead ends. You adapt, innovate, and persevere until justice is served.

$100,000 - $200,000 yearly

Client Advocacy & Representation

• Defend clients in a wide range of criminal cases, including DUIs, domestic violence, sex crimes, drug offenses, and federal matters.
• Manage every phase of a case—from intake and arraignment to motions, hearings, trial, and appeal.
• Design and implement legal strategies that protect and advance each client’s future.

Case Management & Preparation

• Conduct thorough legal research, depositions, and witness preparation.
• Draft and file persuasive motions, pleadings, and briefs.
• Maintain proactive, timely communication with clients, co-counsel, and court personnel.

Courtroom Excellence

• Represent clients confidently and effectively in court on a regular basis.
• Deliver clear, strategic, and compelling arguments before judges and juries.
• Respond quickly and decisively under pressure in adversarial settings.

Client Experience & Communication

• Build trust through frequent, transparent, and compassionate communication.
• Provide honest, empowering guidance to clients navigating high-stress situations.
• Ensure every client feels supported, respected, and valued throughout their case.

Team Collaboration & Culture

• Partner with attorneys, staff, and leadership to deliver seamless service.
• Contribute to a positive, growth-oriented culture by living the firm’s core values daily.

Continuous Improvement & Growth

• Engage in ongoing training through RLF University and professional development programs.
• Reflect on performance, seek feedback, and pursue mastery.
• Stay current with legal developments, continuing education, and bar requirements.

Who You Are:

• A licensed Florida attorney with 2+ years of criminal defense experience (DUI, sex crimes, federal cases a plus).
• A fierce advocate who believes in justice and second chances.
• Detail-oriented, coachable, and hungry to grow personally and professionally.
• Tech-savvy and efficient—no drama, just results.

With offices in Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and throughout South Florida, the Rossen Law Firm is a high-end criminal and DUI defense firm. With a team of litigating attorneys, Rossen’s 1,000+ 5-star reviews tell the stories of a criminal defense law firm that truly puts its clients first.

We’re not your typical law firm. We take pride in our fresh approach to criminal defense and client advocacy. Our team is fast-paced, collaborative, and unapologetically driven to make a difference. Here, your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your career will evolve in exciting and unexpected ways.

So, if you’re ready to close deals, connect with people, and redefine what success looks like, we want to hear from you. Join us in transforming lives, one strategy session at a time.

Visit our website:

Rossen Law Firm is an equal-opportunity employer.

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Criminal Defense Attorney - Northern Virginia

Right Path Law Group is hiring a courtroom-ready Criminal Defense Attorney to take the lead on serious cases that change lives. We’re a top-rated, client-centered firm known for results, empathy, and a strong team culture.

What You’ll Do:

• Handle felony, misdemeanor, and complex cases
• Represent clients in state courts (and federal court if licensed)
• Build strategy, draft motions, and own the courtroom

Who You Are:

• Licensed in Virginia
• 3+ years of criminal trial experience (jury and felony preferred)
• Former prosecutors welcome
• Spanish fluency or federal court admission is a plus

What You’ll Get:

• Competitive salary (based on experience)
• 100% employer-paid health insurance (employee)
• 3 weeks PTO + 401(k) with matching
• Real autonomy, mentorship, and growth

Join a firm where your work matters, your team has your back, and your career can thrive.

Apply now – and take the right path.

$115,000+ annually

• Lead Client Strategy: Meet with clients—whether in our office or at detention centers—to understand their situation, assess legal options, and craft winning case strategies.
• Own Your Caseload: Manage a diverse docket of misdemeanor and felony cases from intake through resolution, ensuring every client receives exceptional representation.
• Command the Courtroom: Appear confidently at hearings and trials across Northern Virginia, advocating persuasively on behalf of clients before judges and juries.
• Deliver Excellence in Advocacy: Prepare, file, and argue motions, memoranda, and other key legal documents, ensuring every filing strengthens the defense and advances client goals.

• Licensed to Practice Law in Virginia.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in criminal defense is preferred, which should include handling felony cases and conducting jury trials.

At Right Path Law Group , we don’t just handle cases; we fight for justice , restore lives, and set new standards for what it means to advocate for the injured and the accused. Our team represents real people facing real challenges—whether it’s someone injured due to negligence or someone whose freedom is on the line. And we win —not just in the courtroom, but in the lives of those we serve.

Inside our firm, you’ll find a high-performance culture driven by a shared mission: deliver exceptional results and raise the bar for what legal service should look like. We don’t do drama. We don’t do complacency. We do clarity, ownership, execution, and growth . Every team member—from attorney to intake—is valued, supported, and challenged to reach their full potential.

We believe in:

• Client-Obsessed Service
• Excellence Without Ego
• Hard Work + Heart
• Growth Mindset in Every Seat

We hire A-players only . If you're ambitious and ready to build something meaningful, Right Path Law Group is your next move .

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Position: Paralegal (Criminal Defense)
Location: Springfield, OR 97478 | Type: Full-Time

We're seeking a Litigation Paralegal who thrives in a fast-paced trial practice and takes ownership of case management from intake to verdict. Our paralegals act as project managers - driving discovery, tracking deadlines, and keeping clients and attorneys aligned.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage case files, discovery tracking, and trial preparation.

• Draft subpoenas, motions, and correspondence.

• Coordinate witness and exhibit lists, court filings, and hearing logistics.

• Maintain clear client communication and organized digital/physical case files.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

• 2+ years of litigation or criminal defense paralegal experience.

• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

• Proficiency with Excel, ClickUp, Clio, or similar tools.

• Excellent writing, communication, and attention to detail.

• Proactive, accountable, and able to manage complex caseloads.

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We’re proud of the investments we’ve made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and

Job Description

Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney

Our busy law firm is growing, and we are looking for talent that works hard to represent our clients well. The prime candidate will work seamlessly with both senior partners as well as administrative staff in an effort to effectively serve clients. If you have excellent research and writing skills, can easily use today’s technology, and communicate effectively across all levels, we would love to connect!

Benefits:

• Bonuses
• 2 weeks paid time off (PTO) to start
• Monthly contributions for Health Benefits!
• Business mileage reimbursement

Monday-Friday schedule

$110,000 DOE

• Identify client conflicts and determine case strategies with options for resolution
• Argue motions in court on behalf of clients during legal proceedings
• Manage administrative assistants, paralegals, and law clerks
• Counsel clients by assessing options and determining the best course of action for a successful outcome
• Get the appropriate legal documents ready for clients, such as brief, motions, and pleadings, as well as correspondence

• Passion for lawyering and being in the courtroom making a difference
• Honesty is critical and good ethical character is essential
• Love connecting with people
• Passionate about helping others
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Treats a 4:30 call on Friday with the same care and compassion as one on Monday morning
• Exceptional curiosity - Ownership mindset

• Public speaking, decision-making, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are necessary for this role
• Well-versed in legal research software (Westlaw/Lexis)
• Graduation from law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree and experience in representing clients for at least 2 years
• Must be able to handle heavy caseload with little supervision
• Jobseekers should be a member of their local bar association - active member preferred Association

• Qualified candidates will have 3+ years of experience
• Former prosecution experience strongly preferred (we are all former prosecutors!)
• Admitted to practice law in Tennessee
• Criminal law experience is a plus
• Experience in other law firms or government legal departments is a plus
• At least 3 years of criminal law experience preferred

Andrew C. Beasley PLLC is a prominent criminal defense firm that treats every client like the only client. We represent clients throughout Middle Tennessee. We pride ourselves on providing excellent legal representation. Our attorneys have handled over 5,000 cases and provide diligent, compassionate, and aggressive legal advocacy for clients. Our firm takes a team approach to representing clients, so every team member is an integral part of our continued and growing success.

Job Description

Criminal Defense Attorney Criminal Defense Attorney

Position Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Criminal Defense Attorney to represent clients in criminal matters, ensuring their legal rights are protected and advocating for their best interests in court. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in trial and litigation, with a passion for defending the accused.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in criminal trials and hearings
• Prepare and file motions and legal documents
• Conduct thorough investigations related to criminal cases
• Develop and implement defense strategies for clients facing misdemeanor and felony charges
• Advocate for clients' rights and interests during negotiations and plea deals
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of criminal laws and legal precedents
• Collaborate with other legal professionals and support staff as needed

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in the relevant jurisdiction
• Proven experience in criminal defense, with a focus on trial and litigation
• Strong understanding of criminal law and legal procedures
• Excellent research, writing, and oral advocacy skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues

CyberCoders is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, status as a crime victim, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. CyberCoders will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local law, including but not limited to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act.  CyberCoders is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. Individuals needing special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment can contact a member of our Human Resources team at to make arrangements.