Post-Conviction Relief Attorney

Job Title:
Post-Conviction Relief Attorney

Job Location:
Murrieta, CA

Job Overview:
A prominent law firm in Murrieta is seeking a highly motivated Post-Conviction Relief Attorney to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney with a passion for criminal defense and immigration law to gain substantial experience while contributing to a diverse and supportive legal environment. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in criminal law and will be responsible for managing post-conviction relief cases, providing legal advice to clients, and collaborating with a team of professionals.

Duties:

• Advise clients on legal matters related to post-conviction relief, including motions to vacate, expungements, motions to reduce sentences, and early termination of probation.
• Represent clients in motion hearings, advising them on the best legal strategies.
• Handle ongoing criminal cases, including arraignments, pre-trials, pleas, and sentencing.
• Collaborate with criminal attorneys and legal assistants to manage a caseload.
• Perform legal research and prepare motions, legal documents, and client correspondence.
• Analyze the probable outcomes of cases based on legal precedents.
• Manage a diverse caseload and maintain effective communication with clients.
• Provide legal analysis to clients to assess case outcomes and strategies.

Requirements:

• Experience in criminal defense or immigration law.
• Knowledge of criminal cases at the state and local level.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to collaborate in a team environment and assist other attorneys as needed.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admitted to the State Bar of California.

Skills:

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred but not required.
• Strong criminal defense knowledge or familiarity with immigration law.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid parking and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
• Supportive and inclusive work environment.

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.