Criminal Defense Attorney
Weldon Law Group • Jacksonville, FL, US
Posted 21 hours ago
Description
Our busy law firm is growing, and we are looking for talent that works hard to represent clients well. The prime candidate will work seamlessly with both senior partners and administrative staff in an effort to effectively serve clients. If you have excellent research and writing skills, can easily use today’s technology, and communicate effectively across all levels, we would love to connect!
Responsibilities
- Supervise administrative staff, paralegals, and law clerks
- Represent clients in court to argue motions during legal proceedings
- Work closely with and provide leadership to administrative staff concerning client billing, client meetings and invoicing, as well as finalizing client projects
- Prepare various legal documents, such as motions, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence
- Advise clients by weighing available options toward a successful outcome and plan a course of action
Qualifications
- Successful completion of accredited law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree with 2 years of related experience
- Well-versed in legal research software (Westlaw/Lexis)
- Must be able to handle heavy caseload with little supervision
- Public speaking, decision-making, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are necessary for this role
- Prior experience working in a law firm for a minimum of 1-2 years required
Compensation
$120,000 - $150,000/year
About Weldon Law Group
Weldon Law Group is passionate about helping good people make their home in the greatest country in the world!
We are primarily an Immigration firm, but have broad and deep experience guiding clients through immigration issues, criminal charges, divorce, custody disputes, and estate planning with clarity, confidence, and personal care.
We believe our people are our greatest asset. We are committed to creating an environment where team members feel supported, appreciated, and challenged to grow.
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