Position: Associate Attorney - Criminal Defense (Part-Time)
Job Location: Onsite, Lancaster, Pennsylvania
Position Type: Part-Time
Potential starting Salary Range: $50,000-$80,000
- Starting salary will be based on skills, background and experience
About the Job
Szilagyi Law LLC is a criminal defense law firm based in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. We approach each case with care, discretion and a commitment to understanding each client’s circumstances and needs. From minor charges to serious felony matters, we provide unapologetically thorough, client-centered representation.
We are seeking an experienced part-time Associate Attorney to join our growing criminal defense practice. This role offers flexible, hands-on experience across all stages of criminal litigation, from preliminary arraignment through disposition, trial and appeals.
This position is ideal for an attorney who enjoys courtroom advocacy, values autonomy, and wants to practice criminal defense in a collaborative small-firm environment. You'll manage your own caseload while working closely with experienced counsel on litigation strategy and complex matters.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Represent clients in court, motions, trial, and post-trial proceedings
- Attend litigation events including trials, hearings and arraignments
- Conduct legal research and draft motions, briefs, and pleadings
- Perform client intakes and maintain consistent communication, including prison visits
- Contribute to litigation strategy and participate in quality‑review processes
- Promote a trial‑ready culture through focused discovery and issue‑driven preparation
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school
- Licensed and in good standing with the Pennsylvania Bar
- 5+ years of criminal litigation experience as a licensed attorney
- Strong legal research and writing skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to independently manage an active caseload
Preferred Experience & Skills
- 10+ years of criminal litigation experience as a licensed attorney
- Ability to build trust and rapport with clients in sensitive situations
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Confidence in courtroom settings
- High ethical standards, professionalism, and integrity
- Ability to handle the demands and emotional intensity of criminal defense work
What We Offer
- Paid Time Off
- Pennsylvania & Lancaster Bar dues and Licensing fees
- Professional liability insurance
- Free parking
- Flexible scheduling
- Ongoing professional development (CLE Coverage)
- An inclusive and welcoming work environment
Please submit the following materials:
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Writing Sample
- Three References
Pay: $50,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
