Criminal Defense Attorney

Job overview

The Criminal Defense Attorney role is based in Shelton, CT, with courtroom assignments across Connecticut. The posting states annual compensation of $110,000–$125,000 in its compensation section. Ruane Attorneys handles criminal, motor vehicle, and DUI defense and describes its work as fighting for underdogs. The attorney manages a caseload and provides courtroom coverage, pre-arrest representation, and motor vehicle defense. The role contributes to client representation through court appearances, motions, timely case documentation, and consistent communication, with assignments changing according to court and client needs.

What you'll do

• Manage a caseload
• assist with pre-arrest representation and motor vehicle violation cases
• communicate with clients using firm systems
• maintain timely and accurate file notes
• appear in court for arraignments, pretrials, and other proceedings
• draft and file motions as needed
• collaborate with administration, marketing, and intake teams.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

criminal defense attorney

criminal law

motor vehicle defense

court appearances

client communication

connecticut

shelton ct

statewide court coverage

ruane attorneys

$110k–$125k/year

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Mileage reimbursement
• medical, dental, and disability insurance
• 401(k)
• potential share of referral revenue for cases generated by the attorney.

Why this role

New attorneys may receive training in Connecticut criminal procedure and firm systems. The role requires travel across Connecticut, and after-hours or weekend availability may occasionally be required.

About the employer

Ruane Attorneys At Law, LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.