Senior Criminal Defense Attorney

Job Overview:

A premier law firm in Las Vegas is seeking a Senior Criminal Defense Attorney to join their team. This position offers significant growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding firm. As a Senior Criminal Defense Attorney, the individual will manage their own caseload, interact with clients, and collaborate with a skilled team of attorneys and legal assistants. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced attorney to further their career in criminal defense law.

Location:

• Las Vegas, Nevada

Duties:

• Advise clients on their legal rights and responsibilities in criminal cases.
• Draft and review legal documents related to the cases.
• Attend pretrial hearings on behalf of clients and provide post-hearing strategic advice.
• Manage court appearances, trials, drafting motions, interviewing witnesses, and performing legal research.
• Analyze case outcomes using knowledge of legal precedents and provide guidance accordingly.
• Oversee and manage a diverse caseload of criminal defense cases.
• Gather evidence and prepare arguments to support clients’ positions or counter prosecution charges.
• Prepare clients for depositions and work with experts to support case strategy and goals.

Requirements:

• Experience: At least 4-5 years of experience in criminal defense law.
• Skills:
  • Strong ability to handle complex criminal cases at the federal, state, and local levels.
  • Excellent interpersonal and client service skills.
  • Ability to collaborate and strategize with a team of attorneys and support staff.
  • Strong legal research, writing, and analysis skills.
• Preferred:
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred but not required.

Education:

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admitted to the Nevada State Bar.

Skills:

• Expertise in criminal defense law and legal precedents.
• Strong communication and client service skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases and effectively organize workloads.
• Experience with court appearances, trials, motions, and depositions.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other attorneys and legal staff.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid parking.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.