About the job Senior Criminal Defense Trial Attorney
Senior Criminal Defense Trial Attorney (White Collar & Federal)Full-Time | Hybrid - 2 days remote, 3 days in office | Fort Lauderdale, FL | $155,000-$185,000 + BenefitsMayersohn Law Group, P.A. is seeking a
Senior Criminal Defense Trial Attorney with
white collar criminal defense experience to serve as lead counsel on high-stakes felony, federal, and white collar criminal cases, along with related
civil litigation matters. This role is ideal for an experienced criminal defense attorney with significant jury trial experience (50+ trials preferred) who can independently manage cases from intake through trial and resolution.
This position requires substantive
white collar criminal defense experience (fraud, embezzlement, money laundering, tax offenses, healthcare fraud, RICO, or regulatory/SEC matters) as well as
civil litigation experience, including contract disputes, business conflicts, partition actions, constructive trusts, litigation arising from criminal conduct, and general commercial litigation. This position is best suited for a senior-level trial attorney with a strong courtroom presence, prior prosecutorial experience (preferred), and the ability to develop and execute strategic criminal defense and civil litigation plans in complex cases.
Key ResponsibilitiesWhite Collar & Criminal Defense Litigation- Serve as lead attorney on white collar, felony, and high-exposure federal criminal cases
- Handle all aspects of criminal litigation, including hearings, negotiations, and jury trials
- Maintain ownership of cases from intake through final resolution
- Deliver strong courtroom advocacy and trial performance in complex white collar and criminal matters
Civil Litigation & Case Work- Manage civil litigation matters including contract disputes, business conflicts, partition actions, constructive trusts, and general commercial litigation
- Handle civil litigation arising from or related to criminal conduct
- Draft and argue pleadings, motions, and discovery in civil litigation matters
- Apply cross-disciplinary strategy where criminal and civil matters intersect
Case Strategy and Analysis- Develop strategic defense plans based on early case evaluation
- Analyze evidence, identify legal risks, and position cases effectively across criminal and civil matters
- Leverage prosecutorial insight to anticipate opposing arguments
- Exercise sound judgment in high-pressure legal situations
Trial Preparation and Legal Writing- Draft and argue motions, briefs, and legal filings in both criminal and civil proceedings
- Prepare cases for trial with organized, trial-ready documentation
- Conduct legal research and apply analytical reasoning
- Manage deadlines across multiple active criminal and civil cases
Client and Team Communication- Communicate clearly with clients and manage expectations
- Provide direct, strategic legal guidance
- Collaborate with legal staff while maintaining case ownership
- Contribute to a results-focused legal team environment
QualificationsRequired- Criminal defense attorney experience with increasing responsibility
- Demonstrated white collar criminal defense experience (required, not preferred)
- Civil litigation experience, including contract disputes, business conflicts, partition actions, constructive trusts, or commercial litigation
- Significant jury trial experience (50+ trials preferred)
- Experience handling felony criminal cases
- Active Florida Bar license in good standing
- Ability to meet billable hour requirements
Preferred- Former prosecutor experience
- Federal criminal case experience
- Experience with post-conviction motions
- Experience litigating cases involving both criminal and civil exposure (e.g., civil suits stemming from alleged criminal conduct)
Core Skills- White collar criminal defense litigation and strategy
- Criminal trial strategy and litigation execution
- Civil litigation: contract disputes, business conflicts, partition actions, constructive trusts, commercial litigation
- Courtroom advocacy and jury trial performance
- Legal research and writing
- Case management and organization
- Strategic thinking and decision-making under pressure
- Professional communication and client management
