Build a broad litigation practice. Make a meaningful difference.

The Maine Legal Group seeks an experienced litigation attorney to build a rewarding practice in family law and criminal defense. This role is ideal for an attorney who enjoys courtroom advocacy, strategic problem-solving, and guiding clients through consequential moments. 

Attorneys work from one of our core offices in Kennebunk or Brunswick and benefit from the support of a collaborative legal team, ongoing professional development opportunities, and flexibility in how they manage their work. 

This is a true dual-practice position. The successful candidate must have a genuine interest in practicing both family law and criminal defense.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage a caseload involving both family law and criminal defense matters.
  
• Advise and represent clients through all phases of a matter, from initial strategy through negotiated resolution, hearing, or trial.
  
• Appear in court for conferences, motion hearings, contested hearings, and trials.
  
• Conduct discovery, legal research, motion practice, and trial preparation.
  
• Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, settlement agreements, appellate briefs, and other case-related documents.
  
• Negotiate effectively with opposing counsel and prosecutors while preparing each matter for litigation when necessary.
  
• Maintain timely, compassionate, and clear communication with clients.
  
• Collaborate with the firm’s attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and administrative and leadership teams.
  
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• Manage deadlines, case strategy, documentation, and client expectations with a high degree of professional responsibility

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. 
• Active membership in good standing with the Maine Bar, or eligibility and willingness to obtain prompt admission. 
• At least two years of attorney experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage contested matters, advise clients, negotiate favorable resolutions, and effectively represent clients in court. 
• Genuine interest in developing and maintaining an active practice in both family law and criminal defense. 
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, case-management, and client-communication skills. 
• Ability to manage matters independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and support
  staff.
  

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Five or more years of litigation experience.  
• Prior experience handling both family law and criminal defense matters. 
• Significant courtroom, contested-hearing, or trial experience. 
• Admission to the U.S. District Court for the District of Maine. 
• Appellate or advanced motion-practice experience.
  
  We have built an excellent reputation by providing high-quality, creative, and results-oriented legal representation in an environment of trust and respect. We offer attorneys the opportunity to build rewarding, long-term careers in a collaborative, client-focused firm

WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive salary of $90,000–$180,000, based on experience and demonstrated capabilities, plus annual performance-based bonus opportunities. 
• Comprehensive benefits including employer-paid health, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance. Dental coverage is available with employee cost-sharing. 
• Paid time off, paid holidays, parental leave, and a 401(k) with employer match and discretionary profit sharing. 
• Modern office technology and practice-management tools. 
• Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidate

HOW TO APPLY

Please send your résumé and a cover letter explaining your interest in this dual-practice role to Admin@workatourlawfirm.com

Family Law And Criminal Defense Attorney