Of Counsel Federal Criminal Defense Attorney

$124,800 - $124,800/Yr

Theodore P Watson & Associates - Los Angeles, CA

Part-time - Mid Level

Remote - Los Angeles, CA

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About the position

We are seeking a Federal Criminal Defense Attorney to join our law firm in an Of Counsel position. This part-time role involves providing legal counsel, conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and maintaining client files. The attorney will collaborate closely with the managing attorney and senior partners to deliver high-quality legal services to clients, particularly in federal criminal cases.

Responsibilities

• Prepare contracts, briefs, motions, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research
• Prepare for and attend legal proceedings, if necessary, including trials
• Provide legal counsel in conjunction with senior associates
• Negotiate on behalf of clients
• Maintain detailed and accurate client records
• Respond to subpoenas and civil investigative demands (CID)

Requirements

• Successful completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
• Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA)
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proven experience as either a federal prosecutor, former DOJ, or Military JAG
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
• Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues to best serve clients

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with federal False Claims Act cases
• Experience with qui tam cases
• Experience with procurement and/or white-collar crime cases

Benefits

• Work from home