Associate Attorney – Family Law & Criminal Defense

Orion Placement
  • Kennebunk, Maine
    20 days ago

    Job Description

    Pay: $90,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

    Why This Is a Great Opportunity

    • Build a meaningful legal practice across two high-impact areas: family law and criminal defense.
    • Get substantial courtroom advocacy experience while handling consequential matters for real people.
    • Enjoy the variety of a true dual-practice role rather than being limited to one narrow area of law.
    • Work with a collaborative legal team that values professional development, strategic thinking, and client service.
    • Benefit from hybrid flexibility and the choice of working from either our Brunswick or Kennebunk office.
    • Earn competitive compensation with additional performance-based bonus opportunities.

    Location: Hybrid opportunity based out of either our Brunswick, ME or Kennebunk, ME office, offering flexibility while keeping you connected to a collaborative legal team.

    Note: Active Maine Bar licensure is required. Prior family law or criminal defense experience is preferred, but this is a soft-screen qualification rather than an absolute requirement.

    About Us

    We are a client-focused law firm dedicated to helping people navigate some of the most consequential legal challenges they will face. Our team combines strong courtroom advocacy, strategic problem-solving, compassion, and practical legal guidance to pursue meaningful outcomes for our clients.Confidential Employer.

    Job Description

    • Represent clients in family law and criminal defense matters from initial consultation through resolution.
    • Develop and manage a diverse caseload involving high-stakes and highly personal legal issues.
    • Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other legal documents.
    • Prepare cases for hearings, negotiations, trials, and other courtroom proceedings.
    • Advocate for clients in court and confidently present legal arguments.
    • Develop case strategies tailored to each client's circumstances and goals.
    • Communicate directly with clients and guide them through complex legal processes.
    • Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to efficiently move matters forward.
    • Maintain organized case files, deadlines, and consistent client communication.
    • Continue developing expertise across both family law and criminal defense.

    Qualifications

    • Active Maine Bar license in good standing.
    • J.D. from an accredited law school.
    • Strong legal research, writing, analytical, and courtroom advocacy skills.
    • Excellent communication and client relationship skills.
    • Ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines, and competing priorities.
    • Genuine interest in practicing both family law and criminal defense.
    • Prior family law or criminal defense experience is preferred.

    Why You Will Love Working Here

    You will have the opportunity to grow as a well-rounded litigator while doing work that genuinely matters to clients. Our team values collaboration, professional growth, thoughtful advocacy, and a client-first mindset, while giving attorneys the flexibility and support to develop their own strengths and practice.

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    Benefits:

    • Dental insurance
    • Paid time off
    • Retirement plan
    • Vision insurance

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationKennebunk, Maine

    Skills

    • Analysis Skillsunmatched
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    • Customer Relationsunmatched
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    • Legal Support Skillsunmatched
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    • Negotiation Skillsunmatched
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    • Retirement Planunmatched
    • Strategic Planningunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
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