Post-Conviction Relief Attorney for Los Angeles Office

A law firm seeks an experienced and driven Post-Conviction Relief Attorney to join their dynamic legal team in Los Angeles, CA. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain substantial experience in both criminal and immigration law while collaborating with a talented team of attorneys and legal assistants. The ideal candidate will be motivated to provide exceptional legal representation and contribute to the firm’s success.

Duties

• Advise clients on legal rights and draft necessary legal documents.

• Handle post-conviction relief cases, including:

  • Motions to vacate.

  • Expungements.

  • Motions to reduce charges.

  • Early termination of probation.

• Represent clients in court for motion hearings and advise them on strategies following hearings.

• Manage open criminal cases, including arraignments, pre-trials, pleas, and sentencing.

• Conduct legal research, draft motions, and prepare for court appearances.

• Provide legal analysis to clients to identify potential benefits or outcomes in their cases.

• Collaborate with fellow attorneys and legal staff to strategize and support case management.

Requirements

• Proven experience in criminal defense or immigration law.

• Expertise in handling criminal cases at the state and local levels.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.

• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is strongly preferred.

Education

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

• Active membership in the California State Bar.

Certifications

• Admission to practice law in the state of California.

Skills

• Advanced legal research and writing skills.

• Strong courtroom presence and litigation skills.

• Ability to analyze and predict case outcomes using legal precedents.

• Exceptional organizational and case management abilities.

• Client-focused mindset with a commitment to achieving favorable outcomes.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.

• Paid parking.

• Generous paid time off.

• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

This position offers a chance to join a reputable law firm dedicated to delivering outstanding legal services. If you are passionate about post-conviction relief and looking to grow in a supportive and challenging legal environment, we encourage you to apply.

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.