Attorney (Associate, Senior or Lateral)

Job Description:

• Criminal & Family Law Attorney (Associate, Senior, or Lateral)
• Location: Lake Havasu City, AZ (In-Office with Hybrid Flexibility)
• Law Firm: Genesis Legal Group
• Job Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity:

• Genesis Legal Group is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Attorney, at the Associate, Senior, or Lateral level, to join our growing team in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. Serving the greater Lake Havasu region, our firm operates in a vibrant Colorado River community known for year-round sunshine, outdoor recreation, and a relaxed desert lifestyle paired with meaningful professional opportunity.
• This role offers the chance to work across a diverse range of legal matters, with a primary focus on criminal defense and family law, while also providing exposure to additional practice areas depending on experience and interest.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handle criminal defense cases, including misdemeanors and felonies (DUI, drug offenses, assault, property crimes, sex offenses)
• Manage family law matters, including divorce, custody, and support cases
• Provide legal counsel across a variety of areas such as personal injury, and more (depending on experience)
• Represent clients in negotiations, hearings, and court proceedings
• Draft pleadings, motions, contracts, memoranda, and other legal documents
• Conduct in-depth legal research using platforms such as LexisNexis and Westlaw
• Manage case files and maintain organized, accurate legal records
• Negotiate settlements and agreements to achieve favorable client outcomes
• Collaborate with attorneys on complex or multi-disciplinary legal matters
• Stay current on evolving laws and regulations through ongoing professional development

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited institution
• Active Arizona Bar license in good standing (required)
• Experience in criminal law and/or family law strongly preferred
• Broader experience or interest in multiple practice areas is a plus
• Courtroom experience highly valued
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent organizational and case management abilities
• Proven negotiation and communication skills
• Ability to handle a diverse caseload in a fast-paced environment

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonuses and profit sharing
• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Paid holidays and unlimited time off
• CLE support and annual bar dues coverage
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development

Additional Information:

• Hybrid flexibility with in-office expectations
• Ability to commute to Lake Havasu City, AZ (Required)

How to Apply:

• Please submit your resume to: resume@genesislegalgroup.com

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you currently hold an Arizona Bar license in good standing?

Ability to Commute:

• Lake Havasu City, AZ 86403 (Required)

Work Location: In person