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Criminal Defense Lawyer

Criminal Defense Lawyer

A Criminal Defense Lawyer in the US represents individuals and organizations charged with criminal offenses, ranging from misdemeanors to serious felonies. They investigate cases, analyze evidence, negotiate plea deals, and advocate in court to protect clients' constitutional rights. These attorneys must master criminal procedure, evidence law, and courtroom strategy while building compelling defenses. Success requires sharp analytical skills, persuasive communication, and the ability to work under high-pressure situations.

  • criminal defense attorney
  • defense lawyer
  • criminal law
  • trial attorney
  • public defender
  • felony defense
  • misdemeanor defense
  • criminal litigation
  • plea bargaining
  • constitutional rights
  • criminal procedure
  • courtroom advocacy
  • criminal justice
  • DUI defense
  • white-collar crime

Available courses

26

Students

77

Average monthly income

$6K - $33K

Most accessed course

Legal Research and Writing Course

You will learn how to plan and execute a legal research project from issue identification through final citation validation. The course covers Boolean and natural language database searching, statutory and regulatory analysis, and case briefing. You will apply the IRAC framework to write objective office memoranda and shift to CREAC for persuasive briefs and motions. Citator tools, ethical obligations, and plain-language drafting principles are integrated throughout. By the end, you will produce research files and written documents that meet professional legal standards.

Students

16

Workload

4h - 360h

Rating

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What does a Criminal Defense Lawyer do

  • Investigate criminal charges, review police reports, and analyze physical and digital evidence to build a strong defense strategy for the client.

  • Negotiate with prosecutors to secure favorable plea agreements, reduced charges, or case dismissals when full acquittal is not achievable.

  • Represent clients in all court proceedings including arraignments, bail hearings, pre-trial motions, trials, and sentencing hearings.

  • Advise clients on their legal rights, potential outcomes, and risks throughout the criminal justice process to ensure informed decision-making.

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