Entry-Level Investigations Attorney

A law firm in Los Angeles, CA is seeking an Entry-Level Investigations Attorney to join their Criminal Defense Team. The successful candidate will report to the Managing Criminal Defense Attorney and will be responsible for managing a caseload, interacting with clients, and collaborating with a team of attorneys and legal assistants. This role involves advising clients, attending hearings, managing court appearances, and conducting legal research.

Duties:

• Report to the Managing Criminal Defense Attorney and manage a caseload of criminal defense cases.
• Advise clients on their legal rights and draft legal documents related to their cases.
• Attend pretrial hearings on behalf of clients and provide strategic advice following each hearing.
• Handle court appearances, trials, draft motions, interview witnesses, and perform legal research.
• Analyze case outcomes using knowledge of legal precedents and legal research.
• Manage case workload efficiently, ensuring timely and accurate case handling.
• Provide legal analysis to identify potential case benefits and strategies.
• Accumulate additional evidence to support the client’s case or challenge prosecution charges.
• Prepare clients for depositions, develop case strategy goals, and gather supporting information from witnesses and experts.
• Demonstrate a strong interest in Criminal Defense law through law school clinics, volunteer work, or internship experience.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Bar admission in California (or law graduates awaiting admission will be considered).
• Demonstrated interest in Criminal Defense law through relevant law school clinics, volunteer work, or internships.
• Bilingual in Spanish preferred.
• Experience with case management software is preferred.

Skills:

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent legal research and writing abilities.
• Ability to analyze legal precedents and probable case outcomes.
• Proven ability to manage caseloads and court appearances effectively.
• Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills.
• Capability to prepare clients and witnesses for legal proceedings.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Paid parking.
• Paid time off.
• Additional perks and benefits.

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.