Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney

Criminal Defense Attorney – Be a Leader in the Fight for Justice

Location: East Lansing, Michigan

Type: Full-Time

Experience Level: Mid-Level (5-10 years of experience in criminal law)

Our Core Values at Ben Hall Law – FASTIE

Fun

We believe work can and should be fun. We work hard, celebrate wins, and bring humor into even the toughest days. While our work is serious, we never lose sight of the importance of enjoying what we do and supporting a culture that's both productive and positive.

Accountability

We take responsibility for our actions, our outcomes, and our impact-on each other and on our clients. When mistakes happen, we own them, learn from them, and make the necessary changes to ensure they don't happen again.

Service

We exist to serve our clients, our communities, and the greater public good-with empathy, diligence, and impact.

Teamwork

We succeed together. Every team member plays a role in our clients' outcomes, and strong collaboration ensures no one carries the load alone. Teamwork means offering help, asking for help, and working together to get the job done right.

Integrity

We do what's right, even when it's difficult, inconvenient, or comes at a personal cost-because it's the right thing to do.

Excellence

We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional legal representation. While mistakes can happen, we treat them as unacceptable, and we are committed to maintaining the highest standards of preparation, execution, and follow-through.

Our Culture

Ben Hall Law is a fast-growing criminal defense firm committed to excellence without ego and advocacy without apology. We represent clients facing serious criminal charges, including high-stakes and high-profile cases-and prepare every case with a trial-first mindset. We believe new attorneys deserve mentorship, real courtroom opportunities, and the chance to make an impact early in their career. At Ben Hall Law, you'll never be a cog in the machine.

We invest in people. We train hard, celebrate wins, and grow together. If you're ready to learn, ready to hustle, and ready to be part of a team that truly believes in justice-you've found the right place.

What You'll Do

• Lead the defense of complex felony and high-profile criminal cases from intake through trial
• File and argue substantive pretrial motions with confidence and strategy
• Mentor junior attorneys, law clerks, and legal assistants in motion practice, case prep, and trial strategy
• Build strong relationships with clients, opposing counsel, investigators, and experts
• Handle jury trials independently, including voir dire, cross-examination, and closing argument
• Collaborate with the managing attorney on firm growth and practice development strategies

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of criminal defense or prosecution experience, with extensive felony trial work
• Strong legal writing, research, and oral advocacy skills
• Confidence in court and composure under pressure
• Experience mentoring or supervising junior staff is a plus
• Licensed to practice in Michigan, or eligible for admission
• Aligned with our FASTIE values and excited to be part of a collaborative, mission-driven team

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary: Based on experience and qualifications
• 401(k) with up to 4% match
• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance - all fully covered for the employee
• PPO and HDHP plans with HSA options
• Dependents may be added to insurance at the employee's expense
• Four weeks PTO and one week of sick time
• Paid holidays
• Bonus eligibility based on performance and firm profitability

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: Starting at $112,000 per year plus quarterly incentives

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Excellent health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance – all fully covered for the employee
• PPO and HDHP plans with HSA options
• Dependents may be added at the employee's expense
• Paid time off
• Holidays off and birthday leave
• Development and mentorship support

Work Location: Hybrid options available