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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. They are 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
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 Right Path Law Group doesn’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. 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 to deliver exceptional results and raise the bar for legal service. 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
Compensation $115,000+ annually
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Legal
Industries Technology, Information and Internet
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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
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 Right Path Law Group doesn’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. 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 to deliver exceptional results and raise the bar for legal service. 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
Compensation $115,000+ annually
Seniority Level Mid‑Senior level
Employment Type Full‑time
Job Function Legal
Industries Technology, Information and Internet
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