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Criminal Defense Attorney in Boston

Date Posted: 05 November 2026

Job Snapshot

Job Description

I'm recruiting criminal defense attorneys for Boston-area law firms. You'd be in court regularly and give clients a strong, thoughtful defense when it matters most.

What you'll do

  • Defend clients in state and federal criminal matters, from misdemeanors to serious felonies
  • Handle arraignments, motions to suppress, and pretrial hearings
  • Investigate cases and work with experts and investigators
  • Negotiate with prosecutors and try cases before juries and judges
  • Advise on white-collar, OUI, and drug matters as they arise

What you bring

  • JD and an active Massachusetts bar license
  • About 3+ years of criminal defense or prosecution experience
  • Trial experience strongly preferred
  • Calm under pressure and strong client communication

Compensation and benefits

  • Strong compensation and good benefits
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Bar dues and CLE support
  • Hybrid flexibility where available

Apply here or reach out to Jessica at 605-846-8647 or jessica.merkel@gogpac.com

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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