Ellison Law LLC is seeking a self-motivated, passionate criminal defense attorney looking to work in a technologically advanced and flexible work environment. They will join our current team who believes in compassionate, honest, and holistic legal representation for people accused of criminal offenses and motor vehicle offenses. This position can be full or part time.
This job is appropriate for an attorney who wants flexibility in their schedule and wants to work with a passionate criminal defense team. It could be for somebody who doesn’t like the business aspects of running their own firm but wants to be a criminal defense attorney. It also could be for somebody who doesn’t want the higher case loads of being a government attorney but still wants to do criminal defense work. We are open to this position being a part-time position for somebody looking for that extra flexibility.
About us:
Ellison Law LLC is a private criminal defense law firm that represents clients on misdemeanors through serious felonies in Rhode Island and Massachusetts. We strive to provide a premium legal defense representation by putting an emphasis on treating clients with respect, empathy, honesty and dignity while seeking to obtain positive results. In addition to criminal defense, we handle many motor vehicle infractions, including traffic tickets at the Rhode Island Traffic Tribunal and some District Courts in Massachusetts. We also handle license suspension issues with the DMV in Rhode Island and RMV in Massachusetts, including appeals of driver’s license suspensions. We are a small but growing law firm with two attorneys and three support staff.
Please visit our website for more information about our firm: www.dellisonlaw.com
Job Position Description / Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in criminal defense cases, including but not limited to, DUIs, assaults charges, drug offenses, and other crimes.
- Represent clients on traffic tickets at the Rhode Island Traffic Tribunal.
- Represent clients at driver’s license suspension hearings and appeals with the Rhode Island DMV and Massachusetts RMV.
- Perform intakes with potential new clients and complete the signup process.
- Perform legal research and prepare memos, motions, pleadings, etc.
- Maintain client confidentiality and adhere to the legal profession’s ethical standards.
- Prepare for, attend, and present arguments at court hearings, arraignments, pre-trial conferences, trials etc.
- Create and update client files, electronically, as needed.
- Prepare for and represent clients at trial.
- Develop legal defenses and strategies for clients and investigate client’s cases.
- Consistently communicating with clients on their case status.
- Collaborate with team members, including our other lawyers, on Zoom and in person.
- Meet Key Performance Indicators as set by the firm.
Benefits:
- $70,000- $110,000 based on criminal defense experience
- Flexible hours and schedule – including full time or part time
- Work from Home capabilities
- Unlimited Vacation/sick time
- Manageable caseloads
- Collaboration with other attorneys on your cases
- Reimbursement for Bar Membership, License Fees, and CLE’s
Location:
This position is remote. Our physical office is located in Cranston, RI. Our office has a remote first mentality. The physical office can be used for in-person meetings with clients and team members.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Active license to practice law in Rhode Island and Massachusetts (Rhode Island is required, both are preferred).
- A demonstrated passion for criminal defense through experience.
- Must be in good standing with the state bar association.
- Strong written and oral communication skills with extensive experience being in a courtroom.
- Ability to manage a caseload and work in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with criminal court procedures and rules of evidence.
- Must be able to show compassion to clients and understanding of their situation in order to provide exceptional customer service.
- Excellent organizational skills.
Contact/Application Information:
If you are self-motivated, passionate about criminal defense and want to join a team that is committed to providing top-notch legal services to our clients, we encourage you to apply. If you are interested in this position, please email Attorney David Ellison at [email protected].
- In the body of your email, please explain:
- why you are interested in practicing criminal defense;
- why you wish to leave what you are doing now to come work at Ellison Law LLC;
- where you see yourself professionally in five years; and
- your phone number and the dates/times you are available for an initial informal interview.
- Please attach to your email your (a) resume, (b) writing sample (if available), and (c) trial experience.
