Senior Lawyer

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all stages of criminal proceedings, including arraignments, pre-trial hearings, negotiations, motions, and trial
• Develop comprehensive defense strategies tailored to each client’s unique case
• Draft and review legal documents such as motions to suppress, briefs, plea agreements, discovery requests, and trial memoranda
• Conduct legal research to support case preparation and courtroom strategy
• Argue motions and conduct direct and cross-examinations during trial
• Oversee case files to ensure accurate, timely documentation and compliance with procedures
• Mentor and support associate attorneys and paralegals working on criminal defense matters
• Maintain thorough knowledge of local, state, and federal criminal law and procedural rules

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active member in good standing with the relevant state bar
• Minimum 5 years of experience in criminal defense litigation, including jury trial experience
• Proven ability to manage a heavy criminal caseload with minimal supervision
• Strong courtroom presence and persuasive advocacy skills
• Excellent legal research, writing, negotiation, and interpersonal communication abilities
• Commitment to ethical representation and protecting clients’ constitutional rights
• Bilingual a plus (especially Spanish)

Pay

$160,000 - $190,000/year

About Watson Kuhlman LLC

Our dedication to our team and clients centers around our Core Values: Integrity, Dedication, Empathy, Accountability (to yourself and the Team): Loyalty, and Honesty.