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Of Counsel Federal Criminal Defense Attorney. Montana

Of Counsel Federal Criminal Defense Attorney. Montana

THEODORE P WATSON & ASSOCIATESCapitol, MT, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Benefits / Perks

  • Careers Advancement Opportunities
  • Flexible Scheduling
  • Competitive Compensation

Job Summary

We are seeking a Federal Criminal Defense Attorney to join our law firm in an Of Counsel Position. In this role, you will provide legal counsel, perform legal research, litigation and defense or clients, draft documents, and update and maintain files. You will work closely with the managing attorney, other colleagues, and senior partners to provide excellent legal services to our clients. Candidates with previous experience as a federal criminal prosecutor, DOJ, OIG, SEC, or AUSA will receive more consideration. Federal criminal defense experience also a must. Must have experience with federal False Claims Act cases, qui tam cases, procurement, and or white-collar crime cases involving False CLaims Act. Must also be able to handle all local procedural issues, write briefs interview clients, and work with prosecuting attorneys. If you have a passion for law, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

  • Prepare contracts, briefs, motions, and other legal documents
  • Conduct legal research
  • Prepare for and attend legal proceedings, if necessary, including trials
  • Provide legal counsel in conjunction with senior associates
  • Litigation in Court
  • Negotiate on behalf of clients
  • Maintain detailed and accurate client records
  • Respond to subpoenas, civil investigative demands (CID)

    • Qualifications

  • Successful completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school and bar exam
  • Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA)
  • State Bar License of the State Bar of this Job Announcement
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Proven experience as either federal prosecutor, former DOJ or Military JAG
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
  • Litigate and defend clients pre-trial and at trial
  • Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to collaborate with colleagues to best serve clients
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
  • Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to collaborate with colleagues to best serve clients

    • Flexible work from home options available.

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    Criminal Defense Attorney • Capitol, MT, US