Criminal Defense Attorney

*Job Description: Criminal Defense Attorney*Make sure to apply with all the requested information, as laid out in the job overview below.Kitay Law Offices, a rapidly growing Southeastern Pennsylvania law firm, is looking for an experienced (2+ years) Criminal Defense Attorney with a commitment to providing exceptional client service.Kitay Law Offices has been protecting and fighting for the rights of our clients for over 25 years.We provide our clients with:* Compassionate and non-judgmental representation* Aggressive strategies* Exceptional customer service* Outstanding resultsDue to demand and growth, we must add a criminal defense attorney to our roster to manage an increasing caseload of clients. We are a busy and successful practice with offices in Wyomissing, Allentown, Kennett Square, Chambersburg, Hazelton, York, and Philadelphia. We operate a highly collaborative office in which each professional helps the others to ensure all of our clients receive the best possible service and outcome.Excellent academic and employment credentials, including federal and/or state court experience, and PA Bar admission are required.This is a full-time position and may be located at our Wyomissing, PA office location. Importantly, we also offer remote work flexibility.Attorney responsibilities include:* Meet with clients at the various firm office locations, as well as virtually and by phone, to review facts, build a case and develop case strategies* Collect retainers from clients and execute contracts that specify the parameters of the working relationship* Research cases by interviewing witnesses, reviewing evidence, and speaking with the client* Research case law, statutes, crimes codes, and procedural law* Where applicable, negotiate with the prosecution to plea bargain to lesser charges* Draft, file and argue motions such as motions to dismiss and motions to suppress* Attend all pretrial hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about the best strategies* Conduct trials and/or administrative proceedings as necessary*Minimum Qualifications** PA bar admission required* Ability to handle a high case load* Willingness to meet with all clients, either virtually or in person and most importantly, build a strong client-attorney relationship* Must be able to build a client’s case and establish a strong defense through exceptional investigative and research skills.* Must possess in-depth understanding of state and local rules, court procedures, evidentiary laws, and judges to navigate the criminal justice system efficiently and effectively* Excellent oral and written advocacy skills to argue a client’s case before a judge and persuade a jury*Preferred Skills & Experience** 2+ years of experience as a practicing criminal defense attorney preferred* Experience with SmartAdvocate case management software a plus* Spanish bilingual a plus*Compensation** Commensurate with experience.* Competitive benefits package offered.Job Type: Full-timePay: $70,000.00 - $120,000.00 per yearBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceAbility to Commute:* Reading, PA 19610 (Required)Ability to Relocate:* Reading, PA 19610: Relocate before starting work (Required)Work Location: In person

Created: 2025-09-10