Chief Operations Officer (“COO”)

We're one of the top criminal defense and family law firms, but don't worry- we're not all stiff suits and serious faces. Yes, we handle high-stakes cases. Yes, we work with absolute professionalism and give our best each day. But we also know how to laugh when things get crazy (and trust us, in criminal law, things do get crazy). We are looking for an absolute PRO to help our firm grow from 65 to 100 employees in the next five years. 

The Job (your mission, should you choose to accept it):

· Oversee the recruiting process for all staff positions, which includes interviewing candidates, pre-hire paperwork, offer letter, and onboarding procedures for all new employees.

· Oversee new employee orientation and training agendas.

· Ensure proper documentation is kept for all employee files.

· Administer firm benefits to all employees.

· Assist Managers with quarterly evaluations for all employees.

· Review and process payroll for all employees, including overseeing time off requests.

· Assist Managers with conducting exit interviews and off-boarding procedures.

· Maintain departmental procedures manual and supply information relevant to procedures in the office.

· Assist with office-specific and firm-wide projects as necessary.

· Assist with Facilities Management

· Communicate with all Vendors.

· Travel Arrangements.

· Project Management.

Who You Are (our not-so-secret weapon):

· Master multitasker who thrives on deadlines and details.

· Calm, unflappable, and great at keeping things professional under pressure.

· Tech-savvy and quick to learn (yes, we use legal software, but no, you don't need to know it yet).

· Organized enough to make a judge jealous of your docket.

· A good sense of humor.

Why Work With Us?

You'll be part of important, meaningful work. No legal experience? No problem. We'll train the right person. Competitive pay, benefits, and a chance to say you're part of a team that fights for justice daily. You'll never be bored—our cases are as dynamic as those working here.

If you're sharp, dependable, and want to be the glue that holds a powerhouse legal team together, apply now. No orange jumpsuits, no Netflix scripts—just real work that matters. 

At DM Cantor, we offer: 

· Competitive Compensation: From $180,000/year or more, depending on experience. 

· Benefits:

o Time off: 30 paid days off annually. 10 holidays, 15 vacation days, and five personal/sick days.

o Loyalty vacation program: Earn one additional day each year (for five years), and milestone bonuses on major anniversaries.

o Medical Insurance: DM Cantor covers 50% of the base plan in your first year and 100% after. 

o Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance: Employees enjoy dental, vision, and life Insurance paid fully by DM Cantor.

o 401(k): DM Cantor generously matches 3.5% of employees' 401(k) contributions.

o Breakfast is catered for the firm every Monday, Family-style lunches are catered bi-weekly, and quarterly happy hours, firm outings, and other gatherings occur throughout the year. Families and children's attendance are always encouraged at DM Cantor. We care about our team and their families. 

· Prestigious Downtown Law Firm with a View: You will be in the office full-time, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Enjoy panoramic views of the Phoenix skyline from our penthouse suite and multiple floors in the prestigious Two Renaissance Tower Downtown, where employees love endless snacks, drinks, employee lounges, and restaurants in the building and within walking distance. 

What We're Looking For:

· Strong communication, organization, and multitasking abilities

· Professional phone presence and etiquette

· Team player with a positive, learning-focused attitude

· Law office experience is a plus, but not required

· Must have excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

· Knowledge of Federal and State employment laws.

· Advanced knowledge of PC applications, including the entire suite of MS Office applications (Outlook, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

· Minimum 3 years of operations experience 

· Bachelor's degree (required)

What to Expect: We don't just hire; we Topgrade. We use a Topgrading approach to ensure we hire only top performers. Step by step, we define what success looks like in the role, review your full career history and achievements, evaluate your skills and fit with our culture, check references with past colleagues, and make sure this role is the perfect match for your talents — all so you're joining a team of other high achievers. 

If you're ready to join a prestigious family law firm where your skills are respected, your work is impactful, and your career path is clear, DM Cantor is the place for you. 

Your future starts here. Learn more at www.DMCantor.com and apply today!