Post-Conviction Relief Attorney

Job Overview: A prominent law firm is seeking a skilled Post-Conviction Relief Attorney for an exciting opportunity in the Oakland and San Jose areas. This position is ideal for a dedicated Associate Attorney eager to gain valuable experience in both criminal and immigration law while advancing their career. The Post-Conviction Relief Attorney will manage a caseload, provide client counsel, and collaborate with a team of legal professionals. Previous litigation and/or appellate experience is highly desirable for this role.

Location:

• Oakland, CA

Duties:

• Advise clients on their legal rights and draft necessary legal documents.
• Handle post-conviction relief cases, including motions to vacate, expungements, motions to reduce sentences, and early termination of probation.
• Interact with both criminal and immigration law practices.
• Attend motion hearings and advise clients on strategy post-hearing.
• Manage criminal cases including arraignments, pre-trials, pleas, and sentencing on behalf of other attorneys.
• Draft motions, conduct legal research, and interview clients.
• Analyze legal precedents and predict possible case outcomes.
• Effectively manage a caseload and provide legal analysis to clients regarding case benefits.

Requirements:

• Experience in criminal defense or immigration law.
• Proven experience handling criminal cases at the state and local level.
• A collaborative team player who is willing to strategize and support fellow associates.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred but not required.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the practice of law in California.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing capabilities.
• Knowledge of criminal law and experience with post-conviction relief motions.
• Ability to manage a caseload and effectively interact with clients.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong ability to work both independently and as part of a legal team.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid parking and paid time off.
• Competitive compensation package.

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.