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Job Description

Senior Associate with a client-centered criminal firm.

Criminal Defense Attorney, Trial Attorney & Strategist

Join a motivated team of zealous advocates representing adults and juveniles accused of crimes throughout Michigan. You can reach extraordinary success in your career and life by partnering with a client-focused firm that cares deeply about your individual, career, and financial progress while supplying you with an environment free of workplace drama.

We are seeking more than a legal practitioner; we need someone passionate about people's rights, tackling issues, and uncovering opportunities where others may view them as issues. We will do our utmost to help you revitalize your enthusiasm for the practice of law with a supportive crew and excellent lawyers by your side. Mentoring is one of the firm values that we treasure.

Criminal Defense Attorney, Trial Attorney & Strategist

Hate Drama? Hate someone breathing over your shoulder all the time? Hate missing out on personal things? Need joy and work-life balance with a firm concerned about your achievement of personal goals while achieving the goals of the firm?

Why Choose Us :

We are client-centered and work as a team so the client comes first, and does not have to wait for answers
Preserving client peace of mind is a priority
We have a holistic approach that assists clients with their problems, not just the criminal charges, but all their collateral concerns as well
Fostering a workplace culture that prioritizes individual, team, and organizational values
Access to training and developmental opportunities for professional growth to become the lawyer you want to be
Local, Regional, and National Training Opportunities
Competitive base salary complemented by performance-driven bonuses
Supporting work-life balance through flexible arrangements
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, HSA, and retirement benefits
A modern, new office in Bloomfield Hills
Access to seasoned attorneys to provide guidance and professional development
Our cases go to trial. Only one of 20 cases in our firm plea. This is a position for creative, client-centered, fast thinkers who want to try cases
Every attorney in the firm works as a case team with at least one other attorney and a paralegal to maximize efficiency, sharing of ideas, and client communication

This job is not for you if you are not comfortable in Court or have no desire to be in Court. Most clients are falsely accused and creative, zealous written and verbal advocacy skills are a must.

Compensation :

70,000 - $120,000 base bonuses

Responsibilities :

Interface with clients and manage case deadlines.

Draft motions, pleadings, memorandum, discovery demands and responses, correspondence, etc.

Respect and support the team that supports you.

Handle all aspects of criminal law cases from inception through completion.

Work side-by-side with an experienced trial preparation paralegal;

Lead, and delegate to your support team to provide the best possible representation for your clients.

Client interface and meetings.

Manages cases from inception through trial.

Strategic thinking to zealously advocate for all clients.

Handling all aspects of the case from arraignment through trial preparation including focus groups, mock trials, working with national experts and leading investigators;

Legal research and writing with the assistance of Westlaw;

You may be a good fit if you :

Can put yourself in the client's shoes that this is a never experienced, never expected, unplanned time of his / her life.

Be compassionate, empathetic, and sympathetic.

Easily speak to people in crisis with empathy.

Pride yourself in high-quality work.

Want to practice law with a supportive team?

Are confident, independent, and decisive, and take responsibility for your actions.

Enjoy a challenge, can learn quickly, and love details.

Are a strategic, big-picture thinker who can also execute.

Excel at project planning, and delegation, and are eager to support team members.

Are ready to compassionately fight for the underdog to prevent false convictions and attacks on the innocent.

Are motivated to fight for and represent adults and juveniles accused of sex crimes and child abuse.

Qualifications :

Admission to the Michigan State Bar is required.

Federal Experience is preferred but not required.

The ideal candidate is goal-oriented, kind, empathetic, and energetic, with a strong desire for success.

3 years of practice or equivalent legal experience,

5 jury trials, mock trials, moot court, or law review experiences.

Trial experience or formal trial training is preferred.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills are necessary.

Superb customer service skills are expected.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential for this role.

A positive attitude is highly valued.

The candidate should be able to analyze, collaborate, and implement trial strategies to achieve client goals.

Ability to travel throughout the State of Michigan for cases and throughout the US for training

LAW SCHOOL GRADS WAITING FOR BAR RESULTS MAY BE CONSIDERED IF THEIR EXPERIENCE INCLUDES A PROSECUTOR'S OFFICE, JUDICIAL CLERK OR PUBLIC DEFENDER'S OFFICE. ALL OTHERS THIS IS NOT A POSITION FOR YOU.

About Company

Kirsch Daskas Law Group is a boutique criminal defense firm representing adults and juveniles accused of crimes or at risk of losing their liberty or children across the state of Michigan. Our attorneys specialize in client-centered representation using a multi-disciplinary approach to accomplish clients’ personalized goals. We zealously represent the falsely accused to prevent wrongful convictions and protect innocence. Founded in 1995, experience, integrity, and the courage to protect client’s rights and ensure justice for the best results is our challenge. https : / / www.kdlawgroup.com

Salary : $70,000 - $120,000

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