Post-Conviction Relief Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm in Rancho Cucamonga, CA, seeks a skilled Post-Conviction Relief Attorney. The ideal candidate will specialize in post-conviction relief cases, including motions to vacate, expungements, and early terminations of probation. Experience in immigration law is highly desirable due to the interaction between criminal and immigration practices. The attorney will handle various cases, manage court appearances, and provide legal advice to clients.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Advise clients on their legal rights and draw up legal documents related to their cases.
• Manage post-conviction relief cases, including motions to vacate, expungements, and motions to reduce or terminate probation early.
• Attend motion hearings on behalf of clients and provide strategic advice following each hearing.
• Handle open criminal cases, including arraignments, pre-trials, pleas, and sentencing on behalf of other criminal attorneys within the firm.
• Manage court appearances, draft motions, interview clients, and perform legal research.
• Analyze probable outcomes of cases based on knowledge of legal precedents.
• Manage a workload of cases effectively.
• Provide legal analysis to clients to determine potential case benefits.
• Collaborate with fellow associates, demonstrating teamwork and strategizing effectively.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Admission to the California State Bar.
• Criminal Defense or Immigration Law experience, with a strong preference for experience handling criminal cases at the state and local level.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills of the highest caliber.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a legal team.

Skills:

• Strong analytical skills for case evaluation and legal research.
• Excellent communication skills for advising clients and representing them in court.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and priorities effectively.
• Proficiency in drafting legal documents and motions.
• Team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support and strategize with colleagues.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Competitive compensation package.
• Paid parking and paid time off.
• Additional benefits offered by the firm.