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The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC

Criminal Defense Senior Paralegal

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079

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At The United 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 our team and help maintain the standard of excellence for which we are known. The

Criminal Defense Senior Paralegal

will have an immediate impact on our operations, guiding us toward positive outcomes through comprehensive legal research, document creation, and database maintenance. The Paralegal will report directly to the Department Supervisor and will work collaboratively to ensure criminal matters within the department progress smoothly. They should possess a strong working knowledge of current laws and regulations and have proven experience in criminal defense.

Responsibilities

Maintain communication with clients and provide case updates promptly

Manage attorney schedules 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 hold pretrial conferences

Assist victims with restitution information, no-contact orders, subpoenas, and court dates

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 departmental function, including back-up of co-workers and front desk responsibilities involving direct public interactions regarding criminal complaints; process daily mail

Qualifications

At least 2 years of Criminal Defense experience

Bilingual (English/Spanish) required

Previous experience as a paralegal or in another legal field

Experience with case management software

Pay:

$20-27/hr (depending on experience)

Do you have a passion for Criminal Defense and a desire to work within an organization with lots of room for growth? Here at The United Firm, we offer you benefits (medical, dental, vision insurance), catered lunches, an excellent compensation package, paid parking, paid time off, and more! Join a growing firm with opportunities to advance and learn alongside a team of professionals within the legal industry. Apply now!

The United Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.

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