As a criminal defense attorney, your job is to defend clients who have been accused of criminal offenses. This involves representing your clients in court, negotiating with prosecutors, and providing legal counsel throughout the legal process. However, it's important that you also embody the core values of collaboration, consideration, focus, optimism, and urgency in your work.

• Perform legal research as necessary.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, including motions and equity letters.
• Negotiate pleas, punishments, and requirements.
• Maintain client communication and relationships.
• Manage client expectations by communicating legal proceedings.
• Make appearances in court and case-related appointments with/for clients.
• Manage appearance calendar to avoid conflicts.
• Communicate court appearances with Paralegals.
• Assist clients via phone, text service, email, or walk-in to any extent possible.
• Obtain Google reviews from clients regarding case handling.

• Excellent written and verbal skills.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills.
• Decision-making abilities.
• Organized and able to meet deadlines.
• Capacity to perform under stress.

• NYS bar admission.
• Three to five years of experience as a criminal defense lawyer.

• Sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Standing at length.