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Trusts & Estates Legal Administrative Assistant – Portland, ME Jobs in Portland, ME at Pierce Atwood
Experienced Trial Attorney – Criminal Law Practice
Florida’s Emerald Coast (Relocation Bonus)
Full-Time | In-Person | No Client Acquisition Required
Full-Time | In-Person | No Client Acquisition Required
We’re Hiring an Experienced Trial Attorney!
Join our well-respected and fast-growing criminal defense firm located on Florida’s beautiful Emerald Coast. This is a rare opportunity to live and work by the beach while doing meaningful, high-level legal work — with a generous relocation bonus and paid travel for the interview process.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary + performance-based bonuses
Generous relocation bonus
✈Travel expenses covered for the interview process
Live and work in one of Florida’s most beautiful coastal regions
No requirement to bring in your own cases
Supportive, close-knit legal team
Minimal administrative work
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Up to 6% retirement match after 1 year
Continuing legal education & professional development
Generous PTO and holidays
Paid Study Time for Florida Bar Exam
Key Responsibilities:
Represent clients in serious felony matters, including:
Sexual Battery
Lewd & Lascivious Molestation
Murder
Other high-level offenses
Conduct legal research, write motions, and prepare for court
Handle trials, pre-trial hearings, and negotiations with prosecutors
Collaborate with a seasoned team of attorneys and support staff
Maintain strong communication with clients
Contribute to a team-oriented, respectful, and fun work environment
What We’re Looking For:
Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
Active Florida Bar license
Minimum 3 years of criminal trial experience
Excellent courtroom presence and trial skills
Strong legal research and writing abilities
Team player with a positive attitude and sense of humor
Commitment to ethical legal practice and client confidentiality
About Us:
We’re a team of two experienced attorneys, one investigator, and four amazing support staff members, working together to provide aggressive, ethical, and compassionate criminal defense. Our motto is “We dig deeper,” and we live by our values of customer service, teamwork, and results.
We believe in supporting each other, working hard, and enjoying the journey — all while living in a paradise by the sea.
Apply Today!
Call our Hiring Coordinator, Cheri Collins, at 850-203-2630 to learn more and start the conversation.
Location: Florida’s Emerald Coast – Make your move where justice meets paradise.
Job Type: Full-Time
Pay: Competitive + Bonus Structure
Relocation Bonus: Offered
Interview Travel: Covered
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 – $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Experience:
Criminal defense law: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
Panama City, FL 32401 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Panama City, FL 32401: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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Title: Trusts & Estates Legal Administrative Assistant – Portland, ME
Company: Pierce Atwood
Location: Portland, ME
