Criminal Defense Attorney

Overview

Manuel Diaz Law Firm, PC. is seeking a dynamic, self-starting individual with vision, initiative, and a demonstrated commitment to serve as an attorney in the Criminal Department.

Reports to the Managing Attorney, Criminal Department.

The principal duties of the Criminal Attorney will be to manage a Criminal law caseload and to provide direct supervision to a paralegal. Other responsibilities include:

• Monitors open cases for activity
• Reviews open and closed cases for proper recordkeeping and file maintenance
• Pre-trial Discovery
• Conducts hearings, trials before the court and jury trials
• Conducts regular reviews of open cases
• Provides co-counseling assistance to other attorneys of the Criminal Department
• Participates in departmental meetings
• Establishes and maintains positive relationships with clients, other attorneys, court employees and judicial officers
• Other duties which may from time-to-time be assigned by the Supervising Attorney, Criminal Department or the Chief Legal Officer

• Licensed to practice law in Texas
• A minimum of 1-2 years relevant legal experiences is preferred, but will consider newly licensed candidates with a strong interest in criminal law
• Experience handling and negotiating felony offenses
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• The ability to think and plan strategically
• Ability to have a flexible work schedule
• Capable of handling a busy, diverse docket with minimal supervision
• Possess a strong work ethic and a sense of accountability
• Occasional travel may be required
• Excellent attendance record

Based on applicant’s years of relevant experience.

Full-time

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Supplemental insurance
• Life insurance
• STD/LTD coverage
• Paid time off
• 401 (k)

Monday to Friday

MDLF Dallas Office or MDLF Mesquite Office