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Bighornlaw

Criminal Defense Attorney

Bighornlaw, Key West, Florida, us, 33045


Key West Criminal Defense is in search of an Associate Attorney to join our team in Key West, Florida. The ideal candidate will excel as a team player, possess strong criminal litigation experience and skills, and embody exceptional character.Responsibilities

This is the ideal job for a criminal lawyer, who just wants to practice law. You do not have to do client consultations. You just have to provide great legal work.Serve as the main legal representative with autonomy in defending clients in County Court and Circuit Court in Key West, Marathon, and Plantation Key Courthouses.Attend all court hearings – virtual or in-person – and provide professional representation.Engage in plea negotiations and communicate those offers to clients with empathy and respect.Compose persuasive motions and oversee and validate the paralegal's drafting of legal notices and basic motions practice.Embrace your position as a member of our legal team and support our marketing staff, intake team, and legal assistants.Qualifications

Must possess an active membership with The Florida Bar.Possess demonstrable experience in criminal defense with knowledge of Florida criminal statutes, case law, and procedure.Display positive and compassionate emotions, especially when clients are stressed and scared.Possess proficiency in the use of Microsoft Word, email, and other computer programs.Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills.Possess strong research and analytical skills.Possess the ability to manage time effectively in a deadline-driven environment.Display the capacity to collaborate with other teams and welcome criticism.Compensation

$100,000 yearlyAbout Alan Fowler Law, PLLC

At Alan Fowler Law, PLLC, we believe that the practice of law should be interesting, engaging, and fulfilling and that you should work with a team of people – who feel like a small family – dedicated to helping good people, who made a mistake or are wrongfully accused – get their lives back on track with their bright future intact.

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