Criminal Defense Attorney

Job Overview: A law firm in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a dedicated Criminal Defense Attorney with a minimum of 3 years of experience to represent clients in various criminal proceedings. The ideal candidate should possess strong litigation skills, the ability to handle complex cases at federal, state, and local levels, and exhibit exceptional interpersonal and communication capabilities.

Job Duties:

• Advise clients on legal rights and strategize optimal courses of action in criminal cases.
• Attend pretrial hearings, trials, and depositions on behalf of clients, providing thorough post-hearing consultations.
• Manage a diverse caseload, ensuring all cases receive appropriate attention and strategy development.
• Conduct legal research and analyze precedents to forecast case outcomes and advise clients accordingly.
• Gather and analyze additional evidence to support defense strategies or challenge prosecution arguments.
• Prepare clients for depositions and trial appearances, aligning case strategies with client objectives.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and legal documents to support client defenses effectively.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar with an active license in good standing.
• Minimum 3 years of experience practicing criminal defense law.
• Proven track record handling complex criminal cases at federal, state, and local levels.
• Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.

Skills:

• Exceptional courtroom presence and litigation skills.
• Proficiency in legal research and case analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits Offered:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Paid parking.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Professional development opportunities and continuing legal education support.

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.