Post-Conviction Relief Attorney

Job Overview: A well-established law firm is seeking a highly motivated Post-Conviction Relief Attorney for a promising opportunity in Los Angeles. This position is ideal for a dedicated Associate Attorney looking to gain invaluable experience in both criminal and immigration law. The attorney will manage post-conviction relief cases, provide client counsel, and collaborate with a team of attorneys and legal assistants. Previous litigation or appellate experience is preferred.

Location:

• Los Angeles, CA

Duties:

• Advise clients on their legal rights and draft legal documents related to their cases.
• Handle post-conviction relief cases, including motions to vacate, expungements, motions to reduce sentences, and early termination of probation.
• Collaborate with criminal and immigration law practices as needed.
• Attend motion hearings and provide clients with strategic advice following each hearing.
• Manage open criminal cases, including arraignments, pre-trials, pleas, and sentencing on behalf of other attorneys.
• Draft motions, perform legal research, and interview clients.
• Analyze potential outcomes of cases based on legal precedents.
• Manage a caseload and provide clients with legal analysis to determine possible case benefits.

Requirements:

• Experience in criminal defense or immigration law.
• Experience handling criminal cases at the state and local level.
• Ability to work well as a team member, contributing to strategy discussions and supporting colleagues.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the practice of law in California.

Skills:

• Strong legal research, writing, and analysis skills.
• Ability to manage litigation and post-conviction relief motions.
• Knowledge of criminal law and, ideally, immigration law.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating with a 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.