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Have you been out of the workforce for a while, or are you looking for meaningful work part-time? We are seeking an experienced criminal defense attorney who can provide quality legal work and who is excited to help us take great care of our clients - good people who face Oregon DUI charges. Our ideal candidate will be able to work effectively and compassionately on their own, while also being part of our larger legal team. Candidates who have familiarity with or are willing to cover Washington County (OR) are strongly preferred. Contact us today if you are ready to join a team that will value you both as an attorney and as a person! We offer work-life balance and exceptional teams who do the rest of the work required to run a business, so you can focus on what you do best and are most passionate about.
This is a part-time position and will either be:
- In-office/hybrid role working out of our Portland office; or
- A hybrid/remote role if you live near Salem, Albany, Eugene, or Vancouver, Washington
- This role may also be a "job-share" with another part-time attorney
We are seeking an experienced criminal defense attorney who can provide quality legal work and who is excited to help us take great care of our clients - good people who face Oregon DUI charges. Our ideal candidate will be able to work effectively and compassionately on their own caseload with a dedicated legal assistant, while also being part of our larger legal team as we brainstorm and provide assistance to each other. Contact us today if you have outstanding courtroom skills, can handle a full caseload, and are ready to join a team that will value you both as an attorney and as a person! We offer work-life balance and exceptional teams who do the rest of the work required to run a business, so you can focus on what you do best and are most passionate about.
This is a full-time position and will either be:
- Located in our Portland office (four days per week in the office and one day per week from home, if desired); or
- A hybrid/remote role if you live near Eugene, Albany or McMinnville.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Responsible for a caseload of 25-40 clients who face DUI and related criminal charges
- Develop case strategies and solutions that meet the needs of the client
- Interpret law for clients and help them understand their legal options
- Represent clients at arraignments, hearings, and trials
- Litigate administrative hearings to contest driving privilege suspensions
- Negotiate with prosecutors to achieve the best possible outcomes
- Conduct legal research, draft motions, and present arguments to the court
- Participate in training to stay updated on changes and new developments in the DUI field
Qualifications
- J.D. from ABA accredited law school
- Licensed and in good standing with the Oregon State Bar
- Five or more years of criminal law experience as a defense attorney, prosecutor, and/or in a judicial capacity
- Experience and working knowledge of at least one metro-area circuit court (e.g. Clackamas, Multnomah, or Washington County); Washington County preferred
- Familiarity with DUI defense and felony cases preferred
- Bonus if you have Washington State criminal law experience and/or are fluent in Spanish
Compensation & Benefits:
The annual salary range for this half-time position is $40,000 - $70,000, plus bonus opportunities, depending upon experience and fit.
We offer:
- 100% company-paid medical, dental, and life insurance
- 3 weeks paid vacation plus 40 hours of sick time per year
- 401(k) with 3% company contribution after 1 year of service
- Employee Assistance Program
- Free Parking
- Bonus opportunities
- Free parking
Note - If you do not have five years of relevant experience, but you do meet the other qualifications, and Reynolds Defense Firm's work resonates with you, please apply – we would love to get to know you, and we do have some ability to adjust this role to fit the right person.
About Reynolds Defense Firm
Reynolds Defense Firm's unique approach provides clients with both top-quality legal representation, as well as unmatched tools to help them look inward to understand, on a personal level, why they were arrested. Our passion is helping clients create success stories in the courtroom and in life!
Not only are we unique in our approach to client service, but we've been voted the Best DUI Firm in the Pacific Northwest, Willamette Valley, and Best of Rose City (Portland, OR) several years running. We are also the largest DUI defense firm in the Pacific Northwest.
Reynolds Defense Firm is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary- $40,000 - $70,000/year
