Get Matched with Elite Criminal Defense Co-Counsel

Accelerate Case Wins & Courtroom Confidence

Florida's only hand-vetted co-counsel referral service: Built for early-career attorneys ready to lead high-stakes cases with seasoned collaborators.

ABOUT OUR SERVICE

Professional Referrals Built on Experience, Tailored to Your Case Criteria

Your Second Chair is a membership-based co-counsel referral service created by practicing criminal defense attorneys who recognize the urgent need for collaboration within the profession.

We match you with qualified co-counsel from our vetted, private network of seasoned co-counsel based on jurisdiction, charges, case phase, and desired level of co-counsel support— from review to arguing in court.

Our referrals are matched according to detailed specifications to best support your credibility and case outcomes.

WHY YOUR SECOND CHAIR?

Better Outcomes Start with Better Support

"Experienced criminal defense lawyers can reduce conviction rates by 20%."

—Harvard Business Review

Life and liberty are on the line.

In Philadelphia homicide cases, experienced defenders reduced life sentences by 62% and total prison time by 24% compared to less experienced appointed counsel.¹

Florida ethics rules support collaboration.

Under Rule 4-1.5(g), co-counsel may ethically share fees when each contributes work or responsibility. We help clarify those roles from the start.

Obtaining Co-counsel supports your growth.

It’s a strategic advantage. Seasoned co-counsel ensures you're not alone in high-stakes litigation—and keeps your client's interests front and center.

OUR MEMBERS

Purpose-built for Florida criminal defense attorneys who:

are in your first ten years of criminal law practice.
want to lead complex cases with confidence and expert support.
seek improved client outcomes, courtroom-ready insight, and strategic collaboration.
aspire to further excellence in performance and professional development.

PRICING

Choose the best membership tier for you:

Year-round support for early-career criminal defense attorneys seeking hand-selected referrals to co-counsel that meet your case specifications and desired levels of support.

First Chair Membership

$999/yr or $99/mo

A $499 activation fee applies.

Best for: Attorneys with <10 years of experience

Our most popular tier—designed for solo and small-firm attorneys managing active felony, appellate, or capital caseloads.

Unlimited referral requests
1 vetted match per request
3–5 business day turnaround
Hand-screened co-counsel referral by licensed attorneys
Priority placement in the co-counsel match queue
Ethics-compliant support for fee-sharing guidance
Dedicated matching support
Access to all strategic resources

(Are you a seasoned legal professional available for co-counsel? Click here to apply.)

PRICING

Choose the best membership tier for you:

Year-round support for early-career criminal defense attorneys seeking hand-selected referrals to co-counsel that meet your case specifications and desired levels of support.

Junior Membership

$499/yr or $49/mo

A $499 activation fee applies.

Best for: Attorneys in their first 1–2 years of practice

For those building confidence in courtroom strategy and seeking to learn from respected veterans while handling select complex cases.

Up to 3 referral requests per year
1 vetted match per request
5–7 business day turnaround
Personal case review by licensed attorneys
Access to Florida’s private co-counsel network
Secure online request portal

Essential Membership

$999/yr or $99/mo

A $499 activation fee applies.

Best for: Attorneys with 2–10 years of experience

Our most popular tier—designed for solo and small-firm attorneys managing active felony, appellate, or capital caseloads.

Unlimited referral requests
1 vetted match per request
3–5 business day turnaround
Hand-screened co-counsel referral by licensed attorneys
Priority placement in the co-counsel match queue
Ethics-compliant support for fee-sharing guidance
Dedicated matching support
Access to all strategic resources

Priority Membership

$1499/yr or $149/mo

A $499 activation fee applies.

Best for: High-volume attorneys managing multiple serious cases

Designed for those who need speed, flexibility, and expanded matching options throughout the year.

Unlimited referral requests
Up to 3 vetted matches per request
48-hour expedited turnaround on business days
Enhanced match criteria (e.g., language, certifications, jurisdictional preferences)
Priority attorney review
Priority member success support
Early access to new tools and resources

(Are you a seasoned legal professional available for co-counsel? Click here to apply.)

EXPANSION WAITLIST

Not practicing in Florida?

Join our National Waitlist!

We are currently referring criminal defense co-counsel practicing in Florida. Get notified as we grow.