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    Criminal Associate Attorney

    Troy- Michigan

  • Job Description

    The Criminal Practice Group is committed to providing excellent representation to people facing criminal charges. The firm is dedicated to providing a superior level of service and advice to our clients. This position works with the CEO, fellow attorneys, paralegals and administrative assistants to achieve outstanding results for our clients.

    Responsibilities

    1. Associate attorneys will represent clients in criminal and administrative cases, in both state and federal courts, throughout the state of Michigan.
    2. Interview and advise potential clients about all legal options available to them in their specific matter.
    3. Superior legal research and writing skills for motions, briefs and sentencing memos.
    4. Persuasively argue motions.
    5. Negotiate effectively with opposing counsel.
    6. Proactively manage workload and take 100% ownership of each file assigned.
    7. Bill a minimum of 1,440 annual and collectable hours while providing an exceptional client experience.
    8. Trial preparation.

    Skills

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    Minimum Experience

    1. J.D. from an accredited law school

    2. Valid law license and in good standing with the Michigan Bar Association.

    3. 2+ years of experience as a criminal attorney, either defense or prosecution.

    4. Trial experience preferred, first or second chair.

    We are looking for a candidate who is driven, will contribute to the team, and have excellent communication and interpersonal skills. They will be persuasive in their writing skills and have a deep understanding of each file as if it was their own. They need to be credible and discrete, with a high level of integrity, and able to work with highly confidential and privileged information. Their written and spoken language skills must be impeccable. At times they will work independently and other times collaboratively with other team members. They must be able to meet multiple competing deadlines and able to pivot when an unexpected hearing or other case related item arise.

  • Compensation and Benefits

    Compensation commensurate with experience. A benefit package is included which is health insurance, 401k, paid time off and paid holidays.

    Work Environment

    Our 20-employee firm is conveniently located in Troy. We outgrew our former space in Royal Oak and recently moved to our newly renovated suite where we occupy the entire 6th floor. The firm fosters a team culture and encourages the building of friendships and maintains activities where we all gather outside and inside of work for good laughs and great conversation.

    Selection Process

    The firm is selective when adding team members because it is important to take the time to ensure the right mutual fit. Candidates undergo a multiple interview process, reference and background checks. For consideration, all candidates must deliver their resume and cover letter to jaime@bartonmorris.com. The subject line should include the candidate's name followed by the position applied for.

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