Trial Attorney

Overview

Trial Attorney (Family Law + Criminal Defense) — Mulembo Law PLLC | Tucson, AZ

Arizona Bar admission required. Bilingual (Spanish/English) preferred, not required.

Mulembo Law PLLC is hiring a trial-focused attorney to join our growing Tucson practice. We’re looking for someone who is confident in court, communicates clearly, and takes pride in excellent client service.

Our core practice areas are family law and criminal defense. Most of your caseload will be in these areas, with an emphasis on courtroom litigation (hearings, contested matters, and trials). As the firm expands, there will be opportunities to grow into additional areas (e.g., immigration and personal injury) based on client demand and your interests/experience.

This position is ideal for an attorney who:

• Has strong trial/hearing experience, or
• Is a newer attorney with strong advocacy fundamentals who wants frequent court appearances, direct feedback, and coaching to sharpen litigation and trial skills

Depending on experience, you will:

• Appear in court (hearings, settlement conferences, evidentiary matters, trials)
• Develop case strategy, negotiate, and counsel clients
• Draft motions/briefs and handle legal research and writing
• Collaborate with staff to move cases efficiently and communicate proactively with clients

Excellence, authenticity, and respect. We believe authenticity means respectful directness—we say things plainly and kindly, address issues early, and expect the same. We hold ourselves and each other to high standards in a deadline-driven practice.

We are committed to an inclusive, respectful workplace where people are supported, treated fairly, and able to do their best work. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives and value a team culture grounded in professionalism and belonging.

• Active Arizona Bar admission (required)
• Strong courtroom presence and trial advocacy fundamentals
• Strong writing and analytical skills
• Professionalism, reliability, and excellent client communication

• Family law and/or criminal defense (strongly preferred)
• Immigration and/or personal injury (plus)
• Estates & trusts (welcome if you also have strong trial/hearing experience)

Spanish skills are valued for client communication and relationship-building, not for unpaid interpreting or disproportionate caseloads.

• $70,+ DOE
• Performance-based bonuses tied to defined KPIs (clear metrics)

• PTO plus paid winter leave
• All Federal Holidays are additional PTO
• Health insurance: choice of three BCBS PPO plans
• Vision and dental
• Parking
• 401(k)
• Professional development support, including CLE and bar dues

Email the following to

• Resume
• Short cover letter describing your trial/hearing experience (types of matters, your role, jurisdictions)
• One writing sample (motion, memo, or brief—redacted is fine)

Subject line:
Trial Attorney Application – [Your Name]

Recruiter notice:
We are not working with recruiters for this role. Unsolicited recruiter inquiries/submissions will not receive a response.