The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC · 12 hours ago
Criminal Defense Paralegal
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$24/hr - $32/hr
2+ years expThe Matian Firm is a leading legal organization seeking an experienced Criminal Defense Paralegal to join their team. The role involves comprehensive legal research, document creation, and collaboration with attorneys to ensure effective management of criminal cases.
ConsultingLegal
Responsibilities
Maintain communication with clients and provide case updates promptly
Manage attorney schedule efficiently (attorney-client meetings, court appearances, etc.)
Process criminal cases for trial preparation, including legal documents, data entry, and correspondence
Complete a daily court calendar, request discovery from prosecuting offices, and assist with motion drafting
Prepare subpoenas and cancel subpoenas when trials are completed, dismissed, or continued
Enter revocation petitions and prepare files for court
Request criminal history documentation, including national, state, and local criminal histories, booking photos, arrest records, juvenile criminal histories, and Bureau of Motor Vehicles records
Schedule appointments for defense attorneys to meet with deputy prosecutors, conduct depositions, and hold pretrial conferences
Communicate with law enforcement individuals at the federal, state, and local levels, the general public, and victims and witnesses in criminal cases
Perform a variety of office-related activities to support department functions, including back-up of co-workers
Qualification
Required
At least 2 years of Criminal Defense experience
Bilingual (English/Spanish) required
Previous experience as a paralegal or other legal field
Experience with Case Management Software
Experience with Federal Criminal matters
Benefits
Medical, dental and vision insurance
Catered lunches
Excellent compensation package
Paid parking
Paid time off
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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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