Associate Attorney

We are a high-performing criminal defense firm seeking a full-time Associate Attorney to join our Orlando-based team with regular travel to the Florida Keys. This role is ideal for a motivated lawyer who wants hands-on courtroom experience, a supportive work culture, and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on clients’ lives.

The Associate Attorney will handle a mix of misdemeanor and felony cases from intake through resolution, including negotiations, motions practice, and courtroom advocacy. You’ll receive mentorship, clear systems, and the resources you need to succeed — while contributing to a firm known for its professionalism, compassion, and exceptional client service.

This position is Orlando-based but requires periodic appearances in Monroe County (Key West, Marathon, Plantation Key). All travel expenses are covered.

If you are looking for a place where your work matters, where clients are treated with dignity and respect, and where you can build a long-term legal career, we’d love to talk.

$150,000

• 10+ years of experience practicing criminal defense
• Manage a full caseload of misdemeanor and felony matters from initial appearance through final resolution, ensuring consistent progress without requiring micromanagement
• Conduct regular court appearances in Monroe County (Key West, Marathon, Plantation Key) and coordinate travel efficiently
• Handle all aspects of motion practice, including drafting, filing, and arguing substantive and procedural motions
• Prepare and conduct depositions, witness interviews, and evidence review with strong attention to detail
• Lead plea negotiations with prosecutors and advise clients on case strategy, risks, and outcomes with clarity and empathy
• Maintain proactive communication with clients, keeping them informed and supported throughout the legal process
• Review and analyze discovery promptly, flag key issues, and coordinate with the team for follow-up investigative steps
• Work within established firm systems and help improve workflows that create a more self-managed, efficient practice
• Collaborate with the firm owner on case strategy, trial preparation, and long-term improvements in operations
• Participate in occasional marketing or community-facing activities that enhance the firm’s visibility and reputation
• Uphold the firm’s values of dignity, respect, professionalism, and exceptional client service in every interaction

• Has a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school
• Prepared to learn from senior attorneys to meet our client needs and grow our client base
• Candidates must have passed the bar exam
• Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association)
• Solid communication skills and problem-solving skills required in order to work with clients, staff members and senior attorneys

At Alan Fowler Law, PLLC, we believe that the practice of law should be interesting, engaging, and fulfilling, and that you should work with a team of people who feel like a small family – dedicated to helping good people, who made a mistake or are wrongfully accused – get their lives back on track with their bright future intact.