Criminal Defense Attorney

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Criminal Defense Attorney managing high-stakes criminal cases at Mayersohn Law Group. Responsible for case strategy, courtroom representation, and client advocacy in Fort Lauderdale office.

Posted 7/14/2026full-timeFort Lauderdale • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesJunior💰 $157,000 - $202,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in criminal defense with a focus on felony cases, jury trials, and strategic case management. Possesses strong communication skills and a professional courtroom presence, ensuring effective representation and collaboration with clients and legal teams.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Criminal Defense ExperienceJury Trial ExperienceFederal Criminal Case ExperienceActive Florida Bar LicenseCase Management

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Hard Skills

Case EvaluationDrafting Legal DocumentsNegotiationTrial PreparationDefense Strategy Development

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationProfessionalismCollaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

Florida Bar License

Industry Keywords

Felony CasesHigh-Stakes Criminal CasesJury TrialsLegal MotionsBillable Hours

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as lead counsel on felony and high-stakes criminal cases
Manage cases from intake through resolution with strong follow-through
Represent clients in hearings, negotiations, and jury trials
Maintain a confident, professional courtroom presence
Evaluate cases early to identify risks, strengths, and strategic opportunities
Develop tailored, results-oriented defense strategies
Leverage prosecutorial insight to anticipate opposing arguments
Draft, review, and file motions, briefs, and legal documents with precision
Communicate clearly and professionally with clients
Collaborate effectively with attorneys and staff while maintaining case ownership

Requirements

What you’ll need

Several years of criminal defense experience with progressive responsibility
Extensive jury trial experience (50+ trials preferred)
Federal criminal case experience
Active Florida Bar license in good standing
Ability to meet or exceed monthly billable hour requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive senior-level compensation with flexible, performance-based earnings
Consistent pipeline of complex, high-value criminal defense cases
Dedicated paralegal and administrative support
Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
Paid time off and holidays
Streamlined systems and organized workflows
Accessible, results-driven leadership
Professional, high-integrity team culture