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Criminal Defense Attorney

John Malek Law GroupTwin Falls, ID🇺🇸United StatesPosted 9 Sept 2026

Quick Overview

Salary
$100k - $165k/yr
Seniority
Mid Senior
Work mode
Hybrid
Location
Twin Falls, ID, United States
Posted
14 hours ago

Job Description

  • Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney*

At John Malek Law Group, we’re building a modern criminal defense firm—one that runs on strong communication, clear systems, and a team that genuinely supports each other. We’ve grown quickly, and we’re looking for an experienced criminal defense attorney who wants to do great work and help shape how a firm operates as it grows. We already have locations in Idaho Falls and Boise. Now, we're opening a Twin Falls branch and this location will be well supported by the two sister branches.

  • What you’ll do:*
  • Manage a criminal caseload from start to resolution
  • Represent clients in hearings, negotiations, and trial
  • Communicate clearly and consistently with clients and team members
  • Work closely with paralegals and support staff to move cases forward
  • Contribute to improving systems and processes

  • What we’re looking for:*
  • Experience in criminal defense
  • Confident in court and comfortable managing your own cases
  • Strong communicator—especially with clients under stress
  • Organized and able to manage competing priorities
  • Takes ownership and looks for solutions

  • What success looks like:*
  • You build trust quickly with clients
  • Your cases are moving and well-managed
  • You contribute to a team that performs at a high level

  • Why join us:*
  • A team-first, supportive culture
  • Real opportunity to grow as the firm grows
  • A place where your work—and your voice—matters

  • Benefits:*
  • Up to 30 days PTO annually
  • Health and ancillary benefits available
  • A team-first, supportive culture
  • Real opportunity to grow as the firm grows

If you’re an experienced criminal defense attorney looking for more than just another firm, let us know.

Pay: $100,000.00 - $165,000.

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