Harwell Gray Legal Counsel, LLC · 1 day ago
Criminal Defense Associate Attorney
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$70K/yr - $105K/yrHarwell Gray Legal Counsel LLC is a rapidly growing criminal defense and crimmigration firm serving communities across Indiana. The Associate Attorney will represent clients in all phases of criminal and family law proceedings, requiring exceptional research, writing, and courtroom advocacy skills.
Law Practice
Responsibilities
Represent clients in criminal, family law, appellate, and post‑conviction proceedings
Conduct hearings, trials, depositions, and oral arguments before courts and administrative agencies
Develop case strategy, prepare clients and witnesses, and present evidence effectively
Draft high‑quality legal documents, including motions, briefs, pleadings, and appellate filings
Conduct legal research using advanced tools and AI‑supported platforms
File briefs and coordinate with court clerks across state and federal courts
Gather, review, and analyze evidence in criminal, civil, and family law matters
Interview clients, witnesses, and experts to build strong defense theories
Collaborate with investigators to conduct scene investigations and obtain supporting evidence
Advise clients on legal rights, options, and potential outcomes
Maintain clear, culturally aware, and empathetic communication throughout the case
Build trust and rapport with clients, including multilingual families and underserved communities
Work with colleagues specializing in relevant practice areas to validate legal strategy
Participate in firm training, team meetings, and case‑review sessions
Contribute to continuous improvement of internal workflows and legal processes
Qualification
Required
Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Admission to the Indiana Bar
Experience in criminal defense, appellate advocacy, or related legal fields
Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
Excellent communication—written, verbal, and client‑facing
Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
Preferred
Experience with post‑conviction relief or appellate litigation
Trial experience or participation in moot court/clinics (e.g., wrongful conviction, appellate clinic)
Familiarity with AI‑enhanced legal research tools
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Company parties
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Donation matching
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Free food & snacks
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Relocation bonus
Training & development
Tuition assistance
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
Company
Harwell Gray Legal Counsel, LLC
Harwell Gray Legal Counsel aims to provide cost-effective legal representation for clients in today’s high-tech fast paced world without sacrificing quality.
Founded in 2014
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Star Martinez
Junior Partner
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