The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC
Criminal Defense Senior Paralegal
The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
At The Matian Firm, our expert legal team is a driving force behind our continued success. We’re in search of an experienced Criminal Defense Paralegal to join this team and help maintain the standard of excellence for which we’re known. The Criminal Defense Senior Paralegal will have an immediate effect on our operations, guiding us toward positive outcomes with comprehensive legal research, document creation, and database maintenance. The Criminal Defense Legal Assistant/Paralegal will report directly to the Department Supervisor. You and your team will work in collaboration to ensure that criminal matters within the department are moving along. As the Criminal Defense Legal Assistant/Paralegal, you will have a working knowledge of current legislative and regulatory guidelines and experience in Criminal Defense. The Matian Firm is proud to offer comprehensive, specialized services, which start with our own attention to the letter of the law. 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, obtain jury panels, and issue discovery to defense attorneys. 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 Vehicle records. Schedule appointments for defense attorneys to meet with deputy prosecutors, conduct depositions, and pretrial conferences. Assist victims with restitution information, no contact orders, subpoenas, and court dates. Communicate with law enforcement 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 function, including back-up of co-workers and front desk responsibilities that involve dealing directly with the public regarding criminal complaints. Process daily mail. Qualifications
At least 2 years of Criminal Defense experience Previous experience as a paralegal or in another legal field Experience with Case Management Software Pay: $20-27/hr (depending on experience) Equal Employment Opportunity
The Matian Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.
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At The Matian Firm, our expert legal team is a driving force behind our continued success. We’re in search of an experienced Criminal Defense Paralegal to join this team and help maintain the standard of excellence for which we’re known. The Criminal Defense Senior Paralegal will have an immediate effect on our operations, guiding us toward positive outcomes with comprehensive legal research, document creation, and database maintenance. The Criminal Defense Legal Assistant/Paralegal will report directly to the Department Supervisor. You and your team will work in collaboration to ensure that criminal matters within the department are moving along. As the Criminal Defense Legal Assistant/Paralegal, you will have a working knowledge of current legislative and regulatory guidelines and experience in Criminal Defense. The Matian Firm is proud to offer comprehensive, specialized services, which start with our own attention to the letter of the law. 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, obtain jury panels, and issue discovery to defense attorneys. 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 Vehicle records. Schedule appointments for defense attorneys to meet with deputy prosecutors, conduct depositions, and pretrial conferences. Assist victims with restitution information, no contact orders, subpoenas, and court dates. Communicate with law enforcement 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 function, including back-up of co-workers and front desk responsibilities that involve dealing directly with the public regarding criminal complaints. Process daily mail. Qualifications
At least 2 years of Criminal Defense experience Previous experience as a paralegal or in another legal field Experience with Case Management Software Pay: $20-27/hr (depending on experience) Equal Employment Opportunity
The Matian Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.
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