Dunham & Jones is a nationwide criminal defense firm built on purpose, service, and strong relationships. We’re hiring a full-time Associate Attorney to join our Waco office, where you’ll have the opportunity to make a real difference in clients’ lives. Compensation ranges from $90,000–$125,000 per year, based on experience and education. At Dunham & Jones, we don’t just support your career—we’ll invest in your future.
Benefits of the Associate Attorney:
· 401(k) with a very generous employer match (after 90 days, if eligible)
· Comprehensive medical, dental, vision & life insurance
· Paid vacation and sick time
· Texas State Bar dues & relevant CLEs fully covered
Associate Attorney’s Role/Responsibilities: (Included but not limited to)
· Manage a diverse caseload with skill and precision
· Provide proactive, compassionate client service
· Build strong legal strategies to secure the best outcomes
· Advocate fiercely in and out of court
Requirements of the Associate Attorney:
· Licensed to practice in Texas
· Texas Criminal experience preferred
· Passion for criminal defense and protecting clients’ rights
· Strong strategist with sharp analytical and negotiation skills
· Compassionate communicator with a client-first mindset
Dunham & Jones has been recognized by Time and Newsweek as leading attorneys, voted Best Law Firm by the Daily Texan, and ranked among the nation’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers and 10 Best in Client Satisfaction. These honors reflect our unwavering commitment to criminal defense, a client-focused approach, and a collaborative team environment where meaningful work creates real impact.
Salary or pay scale will depend on a variety of factors including relevant experience and education. Any range seen within the job posting is automatically populated and does not reflect the potential range for this position.
Since 1989, Dunham & Jones has practiced criminal and immigration law across the states of Arizona, Tennessee, and Texas. We currently have offices in Amarillo, Austin, Bryan/College Station, Corpus Christi, Dallas, Denton, El Paso, Ft. Worth, Houston, Killeen, Lubbock, Midland/Odessa, Nashville, Plano, San Antonio, and Waco.
Whether you have been arrested for an assault, domestic violence, theft, possession, drug case, or DWI; it’s very important that you meet with our criminal defense attorneys to discuss your defense and what options you have in protecting your record.
The criminal attorneys at Dunham & Jones can help you if you have been arrested in Arizona, Tennessee, or Texas. The firm has been helping the accused since 1989. Just call our law office today to schedule a free consultation to discuss your case at length and understand what your options are.
Award Winning Texas Criminal Defense Attorneys and DWI Attorneys
Dunham & Jones was voted Best Law Firm by the Daily Texan, and has been recognized as leading attorneys by both Time and Newsweek magazines. In addition, we have been ranked as of the nation’s Top 100 Trial Lawyers and 10 Best in Client Satisfaction. These awards reflect our dedication to criminal defense.
Why you should hire Dunham & Jones as your criminal defense attorney
Paul Dunham and Scotty Jones have made it their primary objective to hire criminal defense attorneys who have the dedication and experience in helping those accused of a crime in Texas to get the best legal defense possible at an affordable price. They have hand selected board certified attorneys, former prosecutors, assistant district attorneys and criminal defense lawyers to make up their team of criminal defense attorneys who defend their clients. The criminal attorneys at Dunham & Jones have over 200 years of combined legal experience.
