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Criminal Defense AttorneyRight Path Law Group, PLLC • Fairfax, VA, US
Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Attorney

Right Path Law Group, PLLC • Fairfax, VA, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Criminal Defense Attorney - Northern Virginia

Right Path Law Group is hiring a courtroom-ready Criminal Defense Attorney to take the lead on serious cases that change lives. We’re a top-rated, client-centered firm known for results, empathy, and a strong team culture.

What You’ll Do :

  • Handle felony, misdemeanor, and complex cases
  • Represent clients in state courts (and federal court if licensed)
  • Build strategy, draft motions, and own the courtroom

Who You Are :

  • Licensed in Virginia
  • 3+ years of criminal trial experience (jury and felony preferred)
  • Former prosecutors welcome
  • Spanish fluency or federal court admission is a plus
  • What You’ll Get :

  • Competitive salary (based on experience)
  • 100% employer-paid health insurance (employee)
  • 3 weeks PTO + 401(k) with matching
  • Real autonomy, mentorship, and growth
  • Join a firm where your work matters, your team has your back, and your career can thrive.

    Apply now – and take the right path.

    Compensation : $115,000+ annually

    Responsibilities :

  • Lead Client Strategy : Meet with clients—whether in our office or at detention centers—to understand their situation, assess legal options, and craft winning case strategies.
  • Own Your Caseload : Manage a diverse docket of misdemeanor and felony cases from intake through resolution, ensuring every client receives exceptional representation.
  • Command the Courtroom : Appear confidently at hearings and trials across Northern Virginia, advocating persuasively on behalf of clients before judges and juries.
  • Deliver Excellence in Advocacy : Prepare, file, and argue motions, memoranda, and other key legal documents, ensuring every filing strengthens the defense and advances client goals.
  • Qualifications :

  • Licensed to Practice Law in Virginia.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in criminal defense is preferred, which should include handling felony cases and conducting jury trials.
  • About Company

    At Right Path Law Group , we don’t just handle cases; we fight for justice , restore lives, and set new standards for what it means to advocate for the injured and the accused. Our team represents real people facing real challenges—whether it’s someone injured due to negligence or someone whose freedom is on the line. And we win —not just in the courtroom, but in the lives of those we serve.

    Inside our firm, you’ll find a high-performance culture driven by a shared mission : deliver exceptional results and raise the bar for what legal service should look like. We don’t do drama. We don’t do complacency. We do clarity, ownership, execution, and growth . Every team member—from attorney to intake—is valued, supported, and challenged to reach their full potential.

    We believe in :

  • Client-Obsessed Service
  • Excellence Without Ego
  • Hard Work + Heart
  • Growth Mindset in Every Seat
  • We hire A-players only . If you're ambitious and ready to build something meaningful, Right Path Law Group is your next move .

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