Associate Attorney

We are developing and looking to add a dynamic and charismatic person who can help us maintain exceptional service. The firm is seeking a full-time associate attorney to join the team. This position offers both in-office and hybrid work in a flexible model based on your professional sensibility. This associate attorney would handle in-person and virtual court appearances for felony, misdemeanor, and traffic cases.

We are committed to hiring an individual who is passionate about helping people, who not only understands the law but also appreciates the real-world impact that people face when they are going through a legal matter. This is a chance to join a firm with an established team of passionate individuals who are committed to upholding high standards of representation and customer service. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, as well as the chance for professional development.

COVID-19: fully vaccinated (vaccine + booster)

Applicants should NOT call the office or appear in person. Interviews will be scheduled after the review of credentials.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other classification protected under applicable Federal, State or Local law.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities, taking into consideration their known physical or mental limitations. However, we reserve the right to evaluate each accommodation request to ensure it does not impose undue hardship on the operation of the business.

$60,000+ commensurate with experience

• Conducting court appearances, including arraignments, pretrials, probation violation hearings, evidence suppression hearings, and trials in Common Pleas, Municipal, and Mayor’s Courts
• Negotiating with prosecutors to obtain the best possible outcome for clients
• Providing clients with updates during and/or following court appearances and answering their questions
• Conducting in-person and virtual visits with incarcerated clients
• Reviewing discovery and analyzing the merits of client's cases
• Conducting legal research and preparing legal documents, such as motions, pleadings, and briefs
• Conducting consultation calls with prospective clients

• Must have at least 1-5 years of experience as a criminal defense or prosecuting attorney
• Must be an active member and in good standing with the Ohio Bar with no pending or prior disciplinary history
• Applicants should be motivated self-starters, who are able to work alone and communicate effectively with clients and the team
• Must have a proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Possess a demonstrated history of excellence in their career, as well as a passion for serving criminal defense clients
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable in an all-Mac environment
• Excellent analytical abilities
• Good organizational, time management, and problem-solving skills
• Can display flexibility, initiative, good judgment, and discretion

We’re a family-owned boutique criminal, DUI, and traffic defense firm based in Shaker Heights, practicing in Federal and State courts throughout Northeast Ohio. But more than that, we’re counselors, problem solvers, protectors, and fierce advocates who stand between clients and a system that is geared towards achieving convictions rather than justice.

We are committed to treating clients with dignity and providing unparalleled customer service – we see people, not their alleged crimes. We treat roles with reverence – shepherding clients through what may be their lowest point and helping them through to the other side is an honor and privilege that takes not only legal skills but empathy. We accomplish this with a brand of compassionate straight talk – providing clients stellar legal work, while also recognizing the humanity in all of us.