Associate Attorney - Criminal Defense

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* Job Description:

** Wannamaker Cr immigration, LLC is seeking an entry-level to early-career Associate Attorney to support its Criminal Defense practice. This role is designed for a newly licensed attorney or an attorney with up to two years of experience who is seeking hands-on exposure to criminal defense work.
The Associate Attorney will primarily assist senior criminal defense counsel with jail visits, low-level hearings, and routine court appearances. This position is developmental in nature, offering close mentorship and collaboration while building foundational criminal defense skills within a crimmigration-focused practice. Compensation for this role will be at the lower end of the Associate Attorney scale.
** Essential Duties/Responsibilities:
*** Assist senior criminal defense counsel with jail visits, client communications, and case preparation.
* Appear at low-level hearings, docket calls, status conferences, and routine court proceedings under supervision.
* Support misdemeanor and select felony matters in state and federal court.
* Conduct legal research and assist in drafting motions, pleadings, and other legal filings.
* Prepare and file documents using state and federal e-filing systems.
* Assist with plea negotiations and preliminary case matters as directed.
* Collaborate with immigration attorneys on cases involving criminal charges to ensure alignment with immigration strategy.
* Work closely with paralegals and legal assistants to ensure accurate and timely case management.
* Performs other duties as assigned.
** Skills/Abilities:
*** Strong legal research and writing skills.
* Developing advocacy and courtroom skills with a willingness to learn.
* Interest in criminal defense and crimmigration matters.
* Strong organizational and time-management skills.
* Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain confidentiality.
* Team-oriented with a professional and reliable work ethic.
* Proficiency in MS Office Suite and/or Google Workspace.
* Able to exercise good judgment
* Spanish fluency is preferred but not required.
** Education/

Experience:

*** Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
* Active license and good standing with the Texas Bar;
New Mexico Bar is a plus.
* No prior experience to two (2) years of criminal defense experience required.
* Admission to the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas is a plus or willingness to obtain.
* Demonstrated interest in criminal defense and serving the immigrant communities.
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