Post-Conviction Relief Attorney

Job Title: Post-Conviction Relief Attorney

Job Location: Victorville, CA

Job Overview:
A respected law firm located in Victorville is currently seeking a dedicated Post-Conviction Relief Attorney to join their team. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for an attorney to gain significant experience in both criminal and immigration law. The ideal candidate will have experience in litigation or appellate work and will be responsible for handling post-conviction relief cases while working alongside a supportive team of attorneys and legal assistants.

Duties:

• Provide legal counsel to clients regarding their rights and legal matters, preparing relevant documentation.
• Manage post-conviction relief cases, including motions to vacate, expungements, motions to reduce, and early termination of probation.
• Collaborate with the criminal and immigration law teams, addressing cases that may involve both areas of law.
• Attend motion hearings on behalf of clients, advising them on strategies following each hearing.
• Represent clients in open criminal cases, handling arraignments, pre-trials, pleas, and sentencing on behalf of other attorneys in the firm.
• Draft legal motions, conduct client interviews, manage court appearances, and perform necessary legal research.
• Analyze case outcomes based on legal precedents and provide strategic counsel.
• Efficiently manage a caseload, ensuring deadlines are met and clients are kept informed throughout the process.

Requirements:

• Prior experience in criminal defense or immigration law is preferred.
• Proven experience in handling criminal cases, particularly at the state and local levels.
• Strong team player with a willingness to collaborate and strategize with fellow associates.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is preferred but not mandatory.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admitted to practice law in the state of California.

Skills:

• Strong understanding of criminal defense and post-conviction relief procedures.
• Experience in legal research, case analysis, and preparation of legal documents.
• Proficient in managing a diverse caseload efficiently.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Job Location:

• Victorville, CA

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid parking.
• Paid time off.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Collaborative, inclusive, and professional work environment.

This medium-sized firm specializes in immigration, criminal, employment law, and personal injury. Committed to excellent customer service, the firm provides focused personalized attention to every client's needs. The firm consists of highly experienced and aggressive attorneys and associate attorneys who strive to make a difference in immigration law and criminal defense law. The firm has a collaborative teamwork environment where everybody shares ideas, motivates each other, and solves issues together. The firm is an equal employment opportunity employer dedicated to providing an open and diverse work environment. The legal community has recognized the firm for professional achievements and customer service, including Super Lawyers, The National Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorney Award, 10 Best Law Firms Client Satisfaction, Avvo's Client Choice Award, and other accolades.