Attorney

We are seeking an attorney who can provide quality legal services to our large, diverse client base. Our ideal candidate will work passionately and effectively alongside our senior attorneys and staff to ensure a successful outcome for clients.

Licensed candidates as well as those awaiting July 2025 bar results are encouraged to apply.

Contact us today if you have outstanding research and writing skills, excel in communication with clients and courts, and have an interest in criminal law. Apply today!

$80,000 - $130,000 yearly commensurate with experience

• Perform research, draft briefs, pleadings, and motions
• Analyze client needs, identify solutions, and determine case strategies
• Get the appropriate legal documents ready for clients, such as brief, motions, and pleadings, as well as correspondence
• Counsel clients by assessing options and determining the best course of action for a successful outcome
• Argue motions in court on behalf of clients during legal proceedings

• Communicate effectively with clients to ensure they have a thorough understanding of the proceedings and are included in their defense planning
• Cooperate with colleagues as necessary to coordinate defense strategies
• Appear in court on behalf of clients and argue motions during legal proceedings
• Conduct research and draft pleadings, briefs, and motions
• Determine case strategies and solutions to serve clients’ needs after analysis
• Advise clients by weighing available options toward a successful outcome and plan a course of action

• Strong knowledge of legal research programs such as Westlaw and Lexis products is required
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs is needed
• Public speaking, decision-making, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills are necessary for this role
• Required Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school; representation of clients for at least 2 years a plus

• Must be able to maintain client communications via phone, email, and in-person meetings
• Must be able to attend hearings in courts throughout the northern half of Ohio
• Must be able to review evidence, conduct research, and draft motions
• Must be able to work with senior attorneys to coordinate strategy
• Must be willing to zealously represent the accused, regardless of allegations
• Decision-making, public speaking, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, and communication skills are a must
• Strong knowledge of legal research programs such as Westlaw and Lexis products is required

Patituce & Associates, LLC is a criminal defense firm providing representation throughout Ohio at all local, state, and federal levels. This includes representation beginning in the investigatory phase through trial, as well as through appellate and post-conviction remedies.

We offer paid time off, family leave, health insurance, CLEs, and biannual licensing fees. We also provide a stipend to cover attorney travel expenses.