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Criminal Defense Attorney – Fort Lauderdale & Miami
Are you a fearless, driven attorney ready to go all-in for the clients, your team, and your purpose?
At Rossen Law Firm, we don’t just defend the accused—we protect futures. We stand beside good people when bad things happen and fight to help them achieve their best possible outcome. As we expand our powerhouse legal team in Fort Lauderdale and Miami, we’re seeking a Criminal Defense Attorney who is fully committed to our mission, our culture, and our clients.
You’ll thrive here if you embody our five core values
Open & Honest
You lead with integrity and transparency. You communicate directly—with clients, courts, and colleagues—always speaking the truth with clarity and compassion.
Team First (Wolfpack Mentality)
You know defense is not a solo sport. You build trust, shoulder burdens, and create strong relationships while showing loyalty, humility, and empathy.
Take Action
You move first. You don’t wait to be told. You attack challenges head-on, finish what you start, and own your results without excuses.
Play All In
You bring passion and intensity to everything you do. You care deeply about your work, your clients, and the mission—and you stop at nothing to deliver excellence.
Get to Yes
You are relentless and resourceful. You find ethical solutions where others see roadblocks. You adapt, innovate, and persevere until justice is achieved.
Compensation
$100,000 - $200,000 yearly
Responsibilities
Client Advocacy & Representation

• Defend clients in a wide range of criminal cases, including DUIs, domestic violence, sex crimes, drug offenses, and federal matters.
• Manage every phase of a case—from intake and arraignment to motions, hearings, trial, and appeal.
• Design and implement legal strategies that protect and advance each client’s future.
  

Case Management & Preparation

• Conduct thorough legal research, depositions, and witness preparation.
• Draft and file persuasive motions, pleadings, and briefs.
• Maintain proactive, timely communication with clients, co-counsel, and court personnel.
  

Courtroom Excellence

• Represent clients confidently and effectively in court on a regular basis.
• Deliver clear, strategic, and compelling arguments before judges and juries.
• Respond quickly and decisively under pressure in adversarial settings.
  

Client Experience & Communication

• Build trust through frequent, transparent, and compassionate communication.
• Provide honest, empowering guidance to clients navigating high-stress situations.
• Ensure every client feels supported, respected, and valued throughout their case.
  

Team Collaboration & Culture

• Partner with attorneys, staff, and leadership to deliver seamless service.
• Contribute to a positive, growth-oriented culture by living the firm’s core values daily.
  

Continuous Improvement & Growth

• Engage in ongoing training through RLF University and professional development programs.
• Reflect on performance, seek feedback, and pursue mastery.
• Stay current with legal developments, continuing education, and bar requirements
  

Qualifications
Who You Are

• A licensed Florida attorney with 2+ years of criminal defense experience (DUI, sex crimes, federal cases a plus).
• A fierce advocate who believes in justice and second chances.
• Detail-oriented, coachable, and hungry to grow personally and professionally.
• Tech-savvy and efficient—no drama, just results.
  

About Company
With offices in Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and throughout South Florida, the Rossen Law Firm is a high-end criminal and DUI defense firm. With a team of litigating attorneys, Rossen’s 1,000+ 5-star reviews tell the stories of a criminal defense law firm that truly puts its clients first.
We’re not your typical law firm. We take pride in our fresh approach to criminal defense and client advocacy. Our team is fast-paced, collaborative, and unapologetically driven to make a difference. Here, your voice matters, your growth is supported, and your career will evolve in exciting and unexpected ways.
So, if you’re ready to close deals, connect with people, and redefine what success looks like, we want to hear from you. Join us in transforming lives, one strategy session at a time.
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