Criminal Defense Attorney

DM Cantor Criminal Law Practice, P.C•Phoenix, AZ

11h•$200,000•Onsite

About The Position

DM Cantor Criminal Law Practice is Arizona’s leading trial-focused criminal law firm, handling complex cases that demand creativity, tenacity, and profound legal knowledge. Attorneys collaborate daily, combining expertise and insight to deliver the best outcomes for clients. The firm prioritizes results over ego, mentorship over hierarchy, and excellence over shortcuts. The work is challenging, the team is supportive, and wins are celebrated. Attorneys' work matters every single day.

Requirements

Minimum 2 years of criminal law experience.
Licensed attorney with courtroom readiness.
Strong jury trial, oral advocacy, and legal writing skills.
High level of preparation, professionalism, and resilience.
Must be willing to work in the office; no remote work.
Submission of an up-to-date resume.
Submission of a cover letter.
Completion of a career history form and Prescreen Snapshot via email after initial application.

Nice To Haves

Attorneys who are "A players".
Attorneys with legal acumen and grit.
Attorneys with creative intelligence.
Attorneys with a strong work ethic.
Attorneys with a winning mindset.

Responsibilities

Handle complex criminal cases.
Collaborate with other attorneys daily.
Deliver the best outcomes for clients.
Engage in courtroom litigation.
Focus on lawyering and not chasing paperwork.
Participate in strategy sessions and case discussions.
Meet continued learning (CLE) requirements.
Attend firm-sponsored conferences and year-round learning opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation and Benefits
Minimum base salary of $200,000 per year, or more, depending on experience.
Generous bonus structure.
Additional 20% of fees from personal referrals.
30 paid days off annually (10 holidays, 15 vacation days, 5 personal/sick days).
Loyalty vacation program (earns additional days off over years of service).
Medical Insurance (DM Cantor covers 50% of individual insurance in the first year, 100% after, and 100% of family’s insurance at year 5).
Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance paid fully by DM Cantor.
401(k) with DM Cantor matching up to 3.5% of employees’ compensation.
Catered breakfast every Monday.
Bi-weekly family-style lunches.
Quarterly happy hours, firm outings, and other gatherings.
Mentorship and CLEs (conferences, mentorship, strategy sessions).
Internal mentorship program.
Firm pays for attorneys' continued learning (CLE) requirements.
Goal for attorneys to become Board-Certified Criminal Law Specialists.
Full support staff (paralegals, administrative staff).
Opportunity for preferred paralegals to join the firm.