Senior Attorney

Job Description Job Description Our client is looking to hire a Senior Criminal Defense Attorney. This job involves working on complex criminal cases, talking to clients, doing legal research, negotiating case settlements, and trying cases for judges and juries in the Austin/Central TX area.

High autonomy, flexible schedule, unlimited PTO. Key Responsibilities: Building strong defenses for clients charged with crimes or facing criminal charges Creating successful case strategies through thorough investigations and interviewing of witnesses Researching statutes, crime codes and case law that pertain to the specific charges their clients are facing Representing clients at trials in front of judges and juries Drafting and filing appeal documents Working toward obtaining dismissals or lesser charges by negotiating with prosecuting attorneys Experience: Minimum 3-5 years experience in criminal defense First chair trial experience Prosecutorial experience Defense practice experience is a plus Technically proficiency and ability to operate independently Experience negotiating cases, arguing motions and conducting trials