Criminal Defense Associate Attorney
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The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC
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Criminal Defense Associate Attorney
The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC
Posted 3 months ago
Full Time
Los Angeles, California
In Person
Smart Summary
Responsibilities
The attorney will manage a criminal defense caseload, including drafting legal documents and representing clients at pretrial hearings and trials. Responsibilities also include performing legal research, interviewing witnesses, and advising clients on legal strategies.
Qualifications
You have at least 1 year of experience handling criminal cases at the federal, state, and local levels. You are a team player with strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to exceptional client service. You will manage your caseload, client interaction, and collaborate with the Criminal Defense Team.
Must Have Skills for ATS
criminal defense
legal research
motion drafting
trial preparation
client advisement
legal document drafting
witness interviewing
case analysis
Job Description
The United Firm is looking for an admitted attorney for an extremely promising Criminal Defense Attorney position in our Los Angeles office. This is an opportunity for a dedicated Associate Attorney to gain valuable experience and further their career with an established firm. As the Criminal Defense Attorney, you will report to the Managing Criminal Defense Attorney. The Attorney will manage their caseload, as well as client interaction, and can collaborate with our wonderful Criminal Defense Team of Attorneys and legal assistants.
Responsibilities
- Advise the client on their legal rights in matters and draw up legal documents about their case
- Attend pretrial hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about the best strategies
- Manage court appearances, trials, drafting motions, interviewing witnesses, and performing legal research
- Analyze probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents
- Manage the workload of cases
- Provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits
- Accrue additional evidence to support the client's case or for arguments against the prosecution's charges
- Prepare clients for depositions; determine essential goals of case strategy, and gather information from witnesses and important experts that support the client's positions
Qualifications
- At least 1 year of experience handling criminal cases at the federal, state, and local levels
- A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with your fellow associates
- Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to exceptional client service
Salary: $80,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Why Join The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, A.P.C.: Here at The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, A.P.C., we offer excellent benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance), an attractive compensation package, paid parking, paid time off, and more! As a Criminal Defense Attorney, you will have the opportunity to advance your career while learning alongside a team of professionals within the legal industry. The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, A.P.C. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment.T
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