The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC · 1 month ago
Entry-Level Criminal Defense Attorney
Fresno, CA
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$80K/yr - $90K/yrThe United Firm, APC is a premier law firm seeking an Entry-Level Criminal Defense Attorney to join their team. This role offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience while managing a caseload and interacting with clients under the guidance of the Managing Criminal Defense Attorney.
ConsultingLegal
Responsibilities
Advise the client on their legal rights in matters and draw up legal documents about their case
Attend pretrial hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about the best strategies
Manage court appearances, trials, drafting motions, interviewing witnesses, and performing legal research
Analyze probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents
Manage the workload of cases
Provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits
Accrue additional evidence to support the client's case or for arguments against the prosecution's charges
Prepare clients for depositions; determine essential goals of case strategy and gather information from witnesses and important experts that support the client's positions
Qualification
Required
Demonstrated interest in Criminal Defense law from Law School clinics, volunteer work, or internship experience
Juris Doctorate degree
Active bar admission (law graduates awaiting admission will also be considered)
A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with our fellow associates
Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber
A record of moving legal cases forward and an ability to manage a caseload
Preferred
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
Experience with Case Management Software is preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid parking
Paid time off
Company
The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC
The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, A.P.C.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Elie Aghabi
Chief Operating Officer
Shawn Matian
Founder
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