Senior Criminal Defense Attorney - Minneapolis/St. Paul

Martine Law · United States

Join One of the Nation's Fastest-Growing Criminal Defense Law Firms Martine Law is building a modern, high-performance law firm where exceptional attorneys can do their best work. We've eliminated unnecessary bureaucracy, streamlined operations with cutting-edge technology, and created an environment where attorneys are trusted to lead, litigate, and deliver outstanding results. Why Join Martine Law?

• $120,000+ total compensation , including quarterly performance incentives
• 100% employer-paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Unlimited PTO
• Remote/Hybrid flexibility
• Strong operational support so you can focus on practicing law
• Real opportunities for leadership and career growth

• A confident courtroom advocate
• Strategic, proactive, and client-focused
• Committed to achieving exceptional results
• Ready to take ownership of cases and help shape a rapidly growing firm

• Own criminal defense matters end-to-end—driving strategy, protecting client rights, and delivering decisive outcomes at every stage of the case.
• Engineer sophisticated, evidence-driven defense strategies through deep legal research, sharp analysis, and proactive investigation.
• Lead client relationships with authority—cut through complexity, set clear expectations, and provide strategic, high-impact legal counsel.
• Draft and file motions, briefs, and pleadings that are precise, persuasive, and positioned to win.
• Negotiate from strength—leveraging preparation and insight to secure dismissals, reductions, or the most advantageous resolutions possible.
• Command the courtroom—deliver focused arguments, execute strategic cross-examinations, and respond with precision under pressure.
• Stay relentlessly ahead—master evolving statutes, case law, and legal trends to consistently outthink and outperform opposing counsel.

• Juris Doctor (JD) and an active Minnesota law license in good standing.
• 5+ years of hands-on criminal defense experience (or closely related litigation experience with courtroom exposure).
• Exceptional legal research, persuasive writing, and strategic negotiation skills — you don't just know the law, you know how to leverage it.
• Courtroom confidence and sound judgment under pressure.
• A team-first mentality — collaborative, accountable, and committed to raising the performance of those around you.
• Client-centered mindset with high emotional intelligence — you understand that behind every case is a person whose future is on the line.
• Strong work ethic and ownership mentality — you take responsibility for outcomes, not just tasks.

• Unwavering Commitment to Excellence - We hold ourselves to a higher standard in every case, every client interaction, every result.
• Diversity & Respect - We foster an inclusive environment where clients and team members feel valued and heard.
• Technological & Systematic Innovation - We leverage cutting-edge tools and streamlined systems to elevate performance and outcomes.
• Passion for Advocacy - We fight hard, prepare thoroughly, and advocate relentlessly for those we represent.