Expanding and well-known Criminal Defense firm serving Southern and Northern California has an immediate need for a self-motivated, professional, and detail-oriented Associate Attorney experienced in DUI and Criminal Defense.
This is an excellent opportunity to join an established firm specializing only in Criminal Defense with the potential for growth and advancement.
We offer a competitive salary and full benefits, including participation in the company’s retirement account.
*Responsibilities*
• Maintain regular communication with our clients throughout their criminal process
• Investigate the circumstances of their cases, including legal research, reviewing discovery, and interviewing witnesses
• Prepare legal motions as needed to protect our clients’ rights
• Negotiate with the prosecutors to get the charge(s) against our clients dismissed or reduced
• Represent our clients in court for all pre-trial hearings, preliminary hearings as well as at a trial
• Argue in court for a favorable sentence if our clients are convicted of a crime
*Requirements*
• A minimum of 2 years of experience as a Criminal Defense attorney, Public Defender, or Prosecutor
• Must be a team player and be able to practice in a structured environment
• Experience handling preliminary hearing appearances and trials
• Since there will be extensive new and current client contact, the successful candidate must possess outstanding attorney-client relation skills.
For immediate consideration, send your resume and cover letter.
Only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $96,250.
00 - $110,000.
00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Health insurance
* Paid time off
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* 8 hour shift
Experience:
* Attorneys: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
* Bar (Preferred)
Work Location: Multiple locations