Attorney jobs in Green Bay, WI

Job Description

Are you passionate about defending the rights of individuals by providing effective and zealous representation, and looking for new challenges with the support of a great team? West & Dunn is seeking a skilled and dedicated criminal defense attorney to join our legal team. Consider joining our close-knit company!

We are a small, but geographically dispersed company, maintaining offices in Waunakee, Manitowoc, and Baraboo. We offer an attractive compensation package inclusive of retirement benefits. We believe attorneys should have the flexibility to prioritize their families, pursue leisurely travel, personal hobbies, and even take occasional breaks without being solely confined to legal obligations. If this resonates with you, we could be the ideal workplace for you.

Apply today and take the next step in your legal career! Qualified candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to

Responsibilities:

• Sole and joint responsibility for defense of traffic, misdemeanor, and felony cases in our statewide OWI and criminal defense practice.

Qualifications:

• Great attention to detail and strong organizational and interpersonal skills;
• Proficient computer skills; both Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Voice, and Drive) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook);
• Ability to work independently and be self-motivated;
• Excellent communication skills, including writing, editing and proofing skills;
• Bachelor’s degree;
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school;
• State bar admission;
• Ability to work once per week or more in either of our offices Manitowoc, Waunakee, Baraboo preferred, but not required;
• Knowledge and command of emerging technologies preferred (e.g., generative AI, legal tech, case management software, et cetera);
• At least two years experience defending criminal cases;
• Spanish language fluency is a plus, but not required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Up to $6,000.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate:

• Manitowoc, WI 54220: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person