Remote - Senior Criminal Defense Attorney
Orion Placement
United StatesPosted Discovered via the company's careers siteMatch locked
RemoteFull Time
Pay
$135,000.00 - $165,000.00 per year
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- High-level criminal defense work without the pressure of origination or partnership
- Remote-first role with flexibility and autonomy
- Long-term stability with predictable compensation growth
- Meaningful courtroom work representing real people at critical moments
- Join a small, tight-knit boutique where quality of work matters more than ego
- Competitive salary with annual retention bonuses
- Be a trusted second-in-command rather than running a firm alone
Location
Remote role within Florida, with required travel to Key West approximately every other month for 3-4 days at a time for court appearances (all travel expenses paid by our client). Must be based in the Orlando or Key West area.
Note
This role requires recent, hands-on criminal defense experience on the defense side only. Plaintiff or prosecution backgrounds will not be considered.
About Our Client
Our client is a boutique criminal defense firm focused on thoughtful, aggressive advocacy for individuals who deserve a second chance. They operate like a small family, value humility and teamwork, and believe great legal work should be both impactful and sustainable over the long term.
Job Description
- Handle complex criminal defense matters from intake through resolution
- Appear in court regularly and manage hearings, motions, and trials
- Travel to Key West approximately every other month for court appearances lasting 3-4 days
- Communicate clearly and compassionately with clients throughout their cases
- Work closely with the firms lead attorney as a trusted senior associate
- Maintain organized case files and consistent follow-through
- Contribute to a collaborative, low-ego team environment
Qualifications
- 6+ recent years of criminal defense experience
- Defense-side practice only
- Strong courtroom and litigation background
- Florida Bar admission in good standing
- Stable employment history
- Comfortable supporting a lead attorney rather than seeking partnership
- Willingness to travel periodically to Key West
Why Youll Love Working Here
- No pressure to bring in business or build a book
- Remote flexibility with optional in-person collaboration
- Clear expectations and long-term vision
- Work with people who value humility, trust, and professionalism
- Make a real difference in clients lives without burnout culture
Benefits
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
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