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Attorney (Associate, Senior or Lateral)

Genesis Legal Group, Gilbert, AZ, United States


Criminal & Family Law Attorney (Associate, Senior, or Lateral)
Location: Lake Havasu City, AZ (In-Office with Hybrid Flexibility)
Law Firm: Genesis Legal Group
Job Type: Full-Time

About the Opportunity
Genesis Legal Group is seeking a dynamic and dedicated Attorney at the Associate, Senior, or Lateral level to join our growing team in Lake Havasu City, Arizona. Serving the greater Lake Havasu region, our firm operates in a vibrant Colorado River community known for year‑round sunshine, outdoor recreation, and a relaxed desert lifestyle paired with meaningful professional opportunity.

This role offers the chance to work across a diverse range of legal matters, with a primary focus on criminal defense and family law, while also providing exposure to additional practice areas depending on experience and interest.

Key Responsibilities

Handle

criminal defense cases , including misdemeanors and felonies (DUI, drug offenses, assault, property crimes, sex offenses)

Manage

family law matters , including divorce, custody, and support cases

Provide legal counsel across a variety of areas such as personal injury and more (depending on experience)

Represent clients in negotiations, hearings, and court proceedings

Draft pleadings, motions, contracts, memoranda, and other legal documents

Conduct in-depth legal research using platforms such as LexisNexis and Westlaw

Manage case files and maintain organized, accurate legal recordsli>

Negotiate settlements and agreements to achieve favorable client outcomes

Collaborate with attorneys on complex or multi-disciplinary legal matters

Stay current on evolving laws and regulations through ongoing professional development

Qualifications

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited institution

Active Arizona Bar license in good standing (required)

Experience in criminal law and/or family law strongly preferred

Broader experience or interest in multiple practice areas is a plus

Courtroom experience highly valued

Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills

Excellent organizational and case management abilities

Proven negotiation and communication skills

Ability to handle a diverse caseload in a fast‑paced environment

Competitive base salary plus performance‑based bonuses and profit sharing

Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid holidays and unlimited time off

CLE support and annual bar dues coverage

Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development

Additional Information

Hybrid flexibility with in‑office expectations

Ability to commute to Lake Havasu City, AZ (Required)

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