Criminal Law Attorney Job at The UpTeam Consultants, Austin, TX

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  • The UpTeam Consultants
  • Austin, TX

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Criminal Defense Attorney

We are seeking a Criminal Defense Attorney to join our growing legal team. The ideal candidate is organized, professional, dependable, and passionate about defending the rights of individuals facing criminal charges. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced legal environment, can work with limited supervision, and is ready to represent clients with integrity and diligence.

This position will primarily focus on criminal defense matters, with additional opportunities to assist in immigration law. We welcome applications from newly licensed attorneys or those with 1–5 years of experience in criminal defense who are ready to hit the ground running.

Responsibilities & Duties

All matters pertaining to criminal defense law, including but not limited to: Representing clients in misdemeanor and felony cases throughout Williamson, Travis, Hays, Bastrop, Burnet, and Bexar County courts

  • Attending arraignments, bond hearings, pre-trial conferences, motion hearings, and trials
  • Drafting and filing motions, discovery responses, and plea negotiations
  • Conducting client consultations and case assessments
  • Legal research, case preparation, and strategy development
  • Negotiating with prosecutors to achieve favorable outcomes
  • Preparing clients for court appearances and trials

Occasional responsibilities in immigration law may include:

  • Assisting with immigration relief applications including U-visas, T-visas, SIJ, and asylum
  • Preparing clients for interviews and hearings

  • Attending EOIR proceedings across the U.S. when necessary

Qualifications (Preferred, Required)

Required Skills:

  • Strong commitment to client advocacy and constitutional rights
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Highly organized with excellent time management
  • Confident in courtroom procedures and client interactions
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team

Education & Licensure:

  • Must be licensed and in good standing with the Texas State Bar
  • Experience in criminal law preferred, but new attorneys with clinical or internship experience in criminal defense are encouraged to apply

Job Information:

Job Type: Full Time

Days: Monday to Friday

Location: North Austin

Salary: $85,000 – $120,000 (DOE) | Negotiable

Benefits: Vacation Leave / Personal Leave; Medical Benefits (after 60 days); Professional development opportunities

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The UpTeam Consultants to not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.

Job Tags

Full time, Internship, Local area, Monday to Friday,

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