Job Description
Job Description
Why You’ll Love Working With Us
- Be the Lead, Not Just Support
- You’ll take charge of serious, high-stakes criminal cases across Northern Virginia—backed by a team that empowers you to win
- Client-Centered. Mission-Focused. Team-Driven
- We don’t burn out on billables or drown in bureaucracy. We fight hard, laugh often, and always have each other’s backs
- Culture That Elevates You
- We blend hard work with heart. You’ll grow here—as an advocate, a strategist, and a leader
What You’ll Be Doing
- Command the courtroom in misdemeanor, felony, and complex criminal matters
- Build trusted relationships with clients, treating them with empathy and respect
- Strategically prepare cases, draft motions, and argue in front of judges and juries
- Represent clients in state courts throughout Northern Virginia—and potentially in federal court if licensed
Who We’re Looking For
- Licensed in Virginia and ready to hit the ground running
- At least 3 years of courtroom and trial experience (felony and jury trial experience preferred)
- Prosecutors welcome – we love warriors who know both sides of the courtroom
What You’ll Get
- Competitive Salary – Based on experience and performance
- Full Health Insurance – 100% employer-paid for the employee
- 3 Weeks of PTO – Because recharging makes you sharper
- 401(k) with Matching – We invest in your future
- Clear Growth Track – This is more than a job—it’s a launchpad
Who We Are
Right Path Law Group is not your average criminal defense firm. We are client-obsessed, results-driven, and mission-oriented. We treat every client like family and every case like it's our own. Our values? Empathy. Service. Integrity. Collegiality. Hard Work—with a Light Heart.
Compensation:
$115,000+ annually
Responsibilities:
- Conduct face-to-face meetings with clients, whether at the office or detention centers, to assess their legal requirements and develop an optimal case strategy.
- Supervise a diverse caseload that covers misdemeanors and felonies, managing each case from inception to resolution.
- Attend hearings and trials conducted in state courts located in Northern Virginia to represent clients effectively.
- Support clients by preparing, filing, and presenting legal documents such as court motions and memoranda to state judges in Northern Virginia.
Qualifications:
- Licensed to Practice Law in Virginia.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in criminal defense is preferred, which should include handling felony cases and conducting jury trials.
About Company
At Right Path Law Group, we don’t just handle cases—we change lives. We are one of the fastest-growing personal injury and criminal defense firms serving the DC, Maryland, and Virginia area.
Every day, we fight for good people going through some of the toughest moments of their lives—and we win. Inside our walls, you’ll find a high-energy, team-first culture where performance is rewarded, growth is constant, and your work truly matters.
We believe in relentless advocacy, empathy for clients, and building a team of A-players who thrive on making a difference.
If you’re driven, ambitious, and ready to be part of a team that’s going places, Right Path Law Group is your next move. Join us—and help us fight for justice, change lives, and win every single day.