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The Jeffcoat Firm

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Florence, SC

$69K - $93K/yr

Strengthen every case as part of a team - collaborate with fellow attorneys, investigators, and ... Criminal Defense Attorney Incentive Plan We back our attorneys with one of the most straightforward ...

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Irvine, CA · Remote

$140K - $200K/yr

... investigations to gather all pertinent information and evidence related to each case. 3. Develop ... Defense Attorney. 4. Proven track record in civil litigation and negotiation. 5. Exceptional legal ...

Price Benowitz LLP

Criminal Defense Attorney

Columbia, SC · On-site

$70K - $110K/yr

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney to join our Columbia ... Handle Post-Conviction Relief (PCR) matters, including case evaluation, investigation, drafting ...

Belen Law Firm, PLLC

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Tempe, AZ · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney to join our team ... You will be responsible for handling complex cases, from initial investigation through trial, for ...

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Belen Law Firm, PLLC

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Criminal Defense Attorney

Tempe, AZ · On-site

$120K - $160K/yr

We are seeking an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney to join our team ... You will be responsible for handling complex cases, from initial investigation through trial, for ...

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Price Benowitz LLP

Criminal Defense Attorney

Columbia, SC · On-site

$71K - $95K/yr

Position Overview We are seeking an experienced Criminal Defense Attorney to join our Columbia ... Handle Post-Conviction Relief (PCR) matters, including case evaluation, investigation, drafting ...

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... experienced Insurance Defense Attorney to join its litigation team. This is an excellent ... Manage a diverse caseload from initial investigation through resolution. * Draft pleadings, motions ...

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How much do commission defense attorney investigator jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 2, 2026, the average yearly pay for commission defense attorney investigator in the United States is $136,329.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $112,000.00 and $155,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Commission Defense Attorney Investigator vs Commission Prosecutor Investigator?

AspectCommission Defense Attorney InvestigatorCommission Prosecutor Investigator
CredentialsLegal training, investigator certificationLegal training, investigator certification
Work EnvironmentDefense teams, legal officesProsecutor offices, courts
Employer & IndustryLegal defense firms, government agenciesDistrict attorney offices, government agencies

The main difference is that Commission Defense Attorney Investigators support defense teams, focusing on gathering evidence for the accused, while Commission Prosecutor Investigators assist prosecutors in building cases against defendants. Both roles require legal knowledge and investigative skills but serve different sides of the legal process.

How do you become a Commission Defense Attorney Investigator?

To become a Commission Defense Attorney Investigator, candidates typically need a background in criminal justice, law enforcement, or legal studies, along with investigative skills. Relevant experience, such as working in law enforcement or legal environments, and knowledge of legal procedures are often required, and some positions may require certification or licensing depending on the jurisdiction.

What does a Commission Defense Attorney Investigator do?

A Commission Defense Attorney Investigator gathers evidence, interviews witnesses, and reviews case files to support attorneys defending clients in disciplinary or legal proceedings. They often work closely with legal teams, utilize investigative tools, and require knowledge of legal procedures and confidentiality standards.

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Defense Attorney - County of Fresno (Fresno)

SAN JOAQUIN COLLEGE OF LAW

Fresno, CA • On-site

$78.26 - $163.72/hr

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Posted 28 days ago

Job description

Defense Attorney - County of Fresno (Fresno)

The Fresno County Public Defender's Office invites applications for the position of Defense Attorney I/II/III/IV, including opportunities focusing on the intersection of criminal and immigration issues as an Immigration Defense Attorney I/II/III/IV.

Samples of Duties

Defense Attorney I:

  • Receives orientation to the operations, processes and procedures of the Public Defender's Office.
  • Performs legal research and investigation in the preparation of cases for court.
  • Prepares briefs.
  • May present a full range of misdemeanor cases in court upon assignment.
  • Performs other work as required.

Defense Attorney II:

  • Acts as defense counsel in criminal cases of average difficulty.
  • Interviews and advises defendants and witnesses.
  • Studies, interprets and applies laws, court decisions and other legal authorities in the preparation of cases and briefs.
  • Prepares pleadings and other papers in connection with suits, trials, hearings and other legal proceedings.

Defense Attorney III:

  • Acts as defense counsel in major criminal cases.
  • Interviews and advises clients and witnesses.
  • Studies, interprets, and applies laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities in the preparation of cases and briefs.
  • Prepares pleadings and other papers in connection with suits, trials, hearings, and other legal proceedings.
  • May occasionally assign, review, and coordinate the professional legal work of lower level attorneys.

Defense Attorney IV:

  • Acts as defense counsel in complex and sensitive criminal cases.
  • Interviews and advises clients and witnesses.
  • Studies, interprets, and applies laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities in the preparation of cases and briefs.
  • Prepares pleadings and other papers in connection with suits, trials, hearings, and other legal proceedings.
  • Assigns, reviews, and coordinates the professional legal work of lower level attorneys.
  • Does advanced legal research under only policy guidance.

The Public Defender's Office is dedicated to the full and fair representation of all persons in the community who cannot afford legal counsel and are in danger of being deprived of a liberty interest due to a criminal accusation or other statutorily defined state action. It is the goal of the Public Defender's Office to protect every client's constitutional rights, to defend against discriminatory treatment and disproportionate punishment, and to ensure that no one who is innocent is ever wrongfully convicted. The Public Defender's Office provides all mandated legal services in an efficient and cost-effective manner while holding themselves to the highest professional and ethical standards.

Salary Ranges:

  • Defense Attorney I::78,260- 99,892Annually
  • Defense Attorney II:91,338- 116,584Annually
  • DefenseAttorney III: 109,590- 139,854Annually
  • Defense Attorney IV:128,258- 163,722 Annually
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