Criminal Defense Attorney Job at Professional Partners Group, Phoenix, AZ

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  • Professional Partners Group
  • Phoenix, AZ

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Criminal Defense Attorney
Location: Phoenix–Biltmore, Arizona (Hybrid Schedule)
Experience Required: Minimum 5 years of criminal defense practice
Compensation: Salary commensurate with experience; full benefits package

About the Role
A well‐established personal‐injury law firm headquartered in Arizona is building a criminal defense practice and needs an experienced attorney to spearhead it. The position is based in the firm’s Phoenix–Biltmore office; hybrid work is available, but regular onsite presence is required.

Responsibilities

  • Interview clients and witnesses, conduct legal research and gather evidence to build strong case theories.

  • Draft, file and argue motions, legal briefs and appeals.

  • Represent clients at arraignments, hearings and trials and present evidence to judges and juries.

  • Advise clients on their legal rights and options and negotiate plea bargains, settlements and sentencing terms.

  • Develop strategies to resolve cases efficiently and cost‐effectively, managing matters from investigation through resolution.

  • Stay current on criminal law and procedure through ongoing training and professional development.

  • Collaborate with support staff while maintaining autonomy over your caseload and ensuring high ethical and professional standards.

Requirements

  • Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and active membership in the Arizona Bar.

  • At least five years of substantive criminal defense experience, including first‐chair trial work.

  • Strong research, writing and analytical skills; ability to craft and argue motions and briefs.

  • Excellent negotiation and courtroom advocacy skills; ability to communicate complex legal concepts to clients and juries.

  • High ethical standards, sound judgment and a client‐focused mindset.

  • Willingness to work onsite in Phoenix–Biltmore with flexibility for a hybrid schedule.

Why Apply
This is a chance to build a criminal defense practice within a respected firm known for aggressive advocacy. You’ll have competitive compensation, full benefits and the autonomy to shape the practice while working alongside seasoned attorneys in other disciplines.

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