Criminal Defense Attorney (Hybrid | Relocation Available)

Community Talent Partners is recruiting on behalf of a confidential law firm. To be considered for this position, candidates must meet all required criteria listed below: Hold an active license to practice law in Iowa or be eligible to obtain one prior to hire. Possess a Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Have a minimum of five (5) years of experience in criminal defense practice. Demonstrate documented jury trial experience from arraignment through verdict. Show experience with state-level criminal defense in Iowa or similar jurisdictions. Be proficient in trial preparation, litigation, legal research, evidence handling, writing, negotiation, and court procedures . Be skilled in legal technology systems , including case management, research, e-filing, and calendaring tools. Applicants who do not meet these criteria will not be considered for this role. Location: Dubuque, Iowa area (Relocation assistance available) Experience Level: Mid-Senior Experience Required: Minimum 5 years Education Required: Juris Doctor (J.D.) Job Function: Legal – Criminal Defense Industry: Law Practice Employment Type: Full-time | Hybrid option Visa Sponsorship Eligibility: No Relocation Assistance: Yes Compensation: Competitive; commensurate with experience Position Summary Community Talent Partners is recruiting on behalf of a confidential law firm for a Criminal Defense Attorney position based in the Dubuque, Iowa area. The selected attorney will handle state-level criminal defense cases, including felony and misdemeanor matters, and must have documented courtroom and jury trial experience. Industry and Domain Knowledge Experience practicing criminal defense law within the U.S. legal system. Knowledge of state-level criminal defense practice in Iowa or similar jurisdictions. Familiarity with Iowa criminal statutes, case law, and local court procedures. Experience representing clients in felony and misdemeanor criminal proceedings. Company Size Background Prior experience working in small to mid-sized law firms. Ability to manage diverse criminal defense cases independently. Key Responsibilities Represent clients in felony and misdemeanor jury trials. Prepare and file motions, pleadings, and other legal documents. Conduct negotiations, hearings, and sentencing advocacy. Develop and execute defense strategies from arraignment through verdict. Perform case investigation, discovery review, and legal research. Manage multiple active case files. Mentor or supervise junior attorneys or legal staff (preferred). Qualifications Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school. Active license to practice law in Iowa or ability to obtain promptly. Minimum of 5 years of criminal defense experience. Documented jury trial experience. Demonstrated tenure and stability in criminal defense roles. Skills required: trial preparation, litigation, research, case management, evidence handling, legal writing, negotiation, and court procedures. Managerial or mentoring experience preferred (3–5 years). Required Software and Tools Legal case management systems (Clio, PracticePanther, CARET Legal, or equivalent). Legal research databases (Westlaw, LexisNexis). Document automation and e-filing tools (DocuSign, Everlaw). Legal calendaring or docketing software (CompuLaw or similar). Certifications and Licenses Active Iowa law license. Completion of the Uniform Bar Examination (UBE) and the Multistate Professional Responsibility Examination (MPRE). Compliance with Iowa Bar character and fitness standards. Employment Details Full-time position. Hybrid work schedule available. Relocation assistance provided. Compensation and benefits discussed during the interview process. Application Community Talent Partners is recruiting on behalf of a confidential law firm. Qualified applicants who meet the above criteria are encouraged to apply. Keywords Criminal Defense Attorney • Criminal Lawyer • Trial Attorney • Defense Counsel • Criminal Law • Jury Trial Lawyer • Litigation Attorney • Iowa Attorney Jobs • Midwest Law Firm • Felony Defense • Misdemeanor Defense • Trial Advocacy • Law Practice Jobs • Criminal Defense Trial Attorney • Defense Litigation Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance