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Associate Attorney – Criminal Defense

Perryman Law Firm is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join our growing criminal defense practice. This role is ideal for an attorney who wants meaningful courtroom experience, strong mentorship, and long-term growth within a firm that is intentionally scaling.

• Represent clients in criminal matters from intake through resolution
• Appear in court for hearings, negotiations, and trials
• Draft motions, pleadings, and legal memoranda
• Communicate directly with clients, courts, and opposing counsel

• Licensed attorney (or pending admission) in good standing
• Criminal law experience preferred, but not required
• Strong work ethic, professionalism, and attention to detail
• Desire to grow with a firm—not just hold a position

• $70,000 – $100,000 base salary (DOE)
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Insurance and benefits package
• CLE and professional development support

This is not a volume mill or a dead-end role. As the firm grows, so do the opportunities for increased responsibility, compensation, and leadership.

Apply today to build your criminal defense career with a firm on the rise.

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Licensed to practice law in the state (or pending admission with imminent licensure)
• Strong legal research and writing skills
• Ability to appear confidently in court and communicate professionally with judges, prosecutors, and clients
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines

• Prior experience in criminal law (public defender, prosecutor, private defense, or clinic experience preferred)
• Courtroom experience handling hearings, motions, or trials
• Client-facing experience with demonstrated professionalism and empathy

• High level of personal accountability—takes ownership of cases and outcomes
• Strong work ethic and reliability in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to follow systems and processes while contributing to their improvement
• Ability to manage a caseload efficiently without sacrificing quality
• Commitment to excellent client communication and responsiveness

• Desire to grow long-term with a firm that is scaling
• Comfortable with increasing responsibility as skills and performance develop
• Coachable mindset—open to feedback, mentorship, and performance metrics
• Interest in developing trial skills and legal judgment over time

• Professional, ethical, and client-centered
• Team-oriented with the ability to collaborate with staff and leadership
• Aligned with a results-driven, standards-based firm culture