Senior Criminal Defense Attorney

A law firm in Chicago, IL is seeking a skilled Senior Criminal Defense Attorney to join their team. The attorney will manage a diverse caseload, representing clients in complex criminal cases at federal, state, and local levels. The ideal candidate will provide strategic legal counsel, conduct thorough legal research, and effectively advocate for clients in court.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Manage a caseload of criminal defense matters from inception to resolution.
• Advise clients on legal rights and strategize on the best course of action for their cases.
• Attend pretrial hearings, trials, and other court appearances on behalf of clients.
• Draft legal documents, motions, and pleadings necessary for case proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and analyze case law, statutes, and regulations to determine potential case outcomes.
• Interview witnesses, gather evidence, and prepare clients for depositions and trials.
• Communicate case progress and strategy effectively with clients and internal team members.
• Negotiate plea agreements with prosecutors and argue motions in court when necessary.
• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish required to effectively communicate with clients and witnesses.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality in all client communications and interactions.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the Illinois State Bar; additional admissions in neighboring states preferred.
• 4-5 years of experience practicing criminal defense law, with a proven track record of handling complex cases.
• Strong courtroom presence and experience conducting trials independently.
• Excellent analytical, research, and writing skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Interpersonal skills necessary to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients and colleagues.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Paid parking and generous paid time off policy.
• Professional development opportunities and support for continuing legal education.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment focused on professional growth.

This medium-sized firm specializes in immigration, criminal, employment law, and personal injury. Committed to excellent customer service, the firm provides focused personalized attention to every client's needs. The firm consists of highly experienced and aggressive attorneys and associate attorneys who strive to make a difference in immigration law and criminal defense law. The firm has a collaborative teamwork environment where everybody shares ideas, motivates each other, and solves issues together. The firm is an equal employment opportunity employer dedicated to providing an open and diverse work environment. The legal community has recognized the firm for professional achievements and customer service, including Super Lawyers, The National Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorney Award, 10 Best Law Firms Client Satisfaction, Avvo's Client Choice Award, and other accolades.