Associate Attorney (family law or criminal)

Job description

A growing multi-office Oklahoma law firm is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their team in Ada, OK. This is an excellent opportunity for a recently licensed or early-career attorney to gain meaningful courtroom experience, receive direct mentorship from an experienced attorney, and build a strong foundation in Oklahoma criminal and family law. *Great opportunity for recent grads who have passed the Oklahoma Bar! What You'll Do as the Associate Attorney: Assist with criminal and family law matters from intake through resolution Appear in court and participate in hearings and other legal proceedings Work directly with an experienced attorney to develop practical legal skills Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents Draft pleadings, motions, correspondence, and other court filings Meet with clients and assist with ongoing client communication Develop strong case management and courtroom skills Learn Oklahoma district court practices and procedures Support case strategy and preparation as experience develops Take on increasing responsibility and independence over time Must-Haves as the Associate Attorney: Active Oklahoma Bar license and good standing Strong interest in criminal law, family law, or both Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong work ethic and willingness to learn Coachability and openness to feedback Professional judgment and integrity Ability to work collaboratively while developing increasing independence Nice-to-Haves as the Associate Attorney: Recent law school graduation or early-career legal experience Prior courtroom, clerkship, internship, or externship experience Experience with criminal or family law matters Familiarity with Oklahoma district court procedures Experience drafting pleadings, motions, or other legal documents This Role Offers: Base salary of $85,000-$100,000, depending on experience and qualifications Performance-based compensation tied to collections and production Medical insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Direct training and mentorship from an experienced Oklahoma attorney Hands-on courtroom and litigation experience Opportunity to take on increasing responsibility as your skills develop Long-term career growth and advancement opportunities within a growing multi-office law firm Expected workload of approximately 40-50 hours per week with flexibility in how those hours are structured Respectful, collaborative, and no-drama professional culture Supportive and inclusive workplace that welcomes veterans, minority attorneys, and Native American attorneys