Job Description
⚖️ Criminal Defense Associate Attorney - Full-Time | Austin, TX
Compensation: $90,000 - $130,000 + Bonuses + Full Benefits
A respected and growing criminal defense law firm in Austin is looking for a driven, bilingual (English/Spanish) Associate Attorney to join our dynamic legal team. If you're passionate about defending individuals' rights, ready to own your caseload, and thrive in the courtroom-we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do:
* Represent clients in criminal matters across Central Texas
* Handle cases from intake through trial and resolution
* Appear in court, detention facilities, and advocate through negotiation
* Draft motions, conduct legal research, and develop legal strategies
* Provide consistent and compassionate communication to clients
✅ What You Bring:
* Licensed to practice in Texas with active State Bar membership
* 1-2+ years of criminal law experience (defense, prosecution, or JD studies)
* Strong courtroom advocacy and litigation skills
* Ability to manage a high-volume docket independently
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
* Fluent in both English and Spanish (required)
* Valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally
Compensation & Benefits:
* $90,000-$130,000 base salary + performance-based bonuses
* Health insurance & reimbursement programs
* Health savings account (HSA)
* Employer-matching IRA retirement plan
* Paid time off (PTO)
* Relocation assistance available for the right candidate
If you're seeking meaningful, hands-on experience in criminal defense and want to be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team-this opportunity is for you.
Apply today or reach out directly to learn more.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
Job Tags
Full time, Relocation package,
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