The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC
Post-Conviction Relief Attorney
The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Overview
We’re looking for an admitted attorney for an extremely promising
Post-Conviction Relief Attorney
position within a premier law firm with lots of room for growth. This is an opportunity for a dedicated Associate Attorney to gain valuable experience in both criminal and immigration law and further their career with an established firm in
Los Angeles . As the Post-Conviction Relief Attorney, you will report to the Supervising Attorney. We're looking to add an attorney with previous litigation and/or appellate experience to join our team and handle post-conviction relief. The Post-Conviction Relief Attorney will manage their caseload, as well as client interaction, and can collaborate with our wonderful Post-Conviction Relief Team of Attorneys and legal assistants.
Responsibilities
Advise the client on their legal rights in matters and draw up legal documents about their case
Responsible for post-conviction relief cases, including motions to vacate, expungements, motions to reduce, early termination of probation, etc.
Experience with immigration law is highly desirable, but not required, as this position would have interactions with both criminal and immigration practices
Attend motion hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about the best strategies
Handle open criminal cases, including arraignments, pre-trials, pleas, and sentencing on behalf of other criminal attorneys within the firm
Manage court appearances, drafting motions, interviewing clients, 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
Qualifications
Criminal Defense Experience or Immigration Law Experience
Experience handling criminal cases at the state and local level
A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with your fellow associates
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred, but not required
Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber
Pay Range:
$85,000–$120,000 per year, based on experience.
Here at The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC, we offer benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance), an excellent compensation package, paid parking, paid time off, and more! Come work as a Post-Conviction Relief Attorney at a growing firm with opportunities to advance and learn alongside a team of professionals within the legal industry.
The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, 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.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice
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Post-Conviction Relief Attorney
position within a premier law firm with lots of room for growth. This is an opportunity for a dedicated Associate Attorney to gain valuable experience in both criminal and immigration law and further their career with an established firm in
Los Angeles . As the Post-Conviction Relief Attorney, you will report to the Supervising Attorney. We're looking to add an attorney with previous litigation and/or appellate experience to join our team and handle post-conviction relief. The Post-Conviction Relief Attorney will manage their caseload, as well as client interaction, and can collaborate with our wonderful Post-Conviction Relief Team of Attorneys and legal assistants.
Responsibilities
Advise the client on their legal rights in matters and draw up legal documents about their case
Responsible for post-conviction relief cases, including motions to vacate, expungements, motions to reduce, early termination of probation, etc.
Experience with immigration law is highly desirable, but not required, as this position would have interactions with both criminal and immigration practices
Attend motion hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about the best strategies
Handle open criminal cases, including arraignments, pre-trials, pleas, and sentencing on behalf of other criminal attorneys within the firm
Manage court appearances, drafting motions, interviewing clients, 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
Qualifications
Criminal Defense Experience or Immigration Law Experience
Experience handling criminal cases at the state and local level
A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with your fellow associates
Bilingual (English/Spanish) is strongly preferred, but not required
Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber
Pay Range:
$85,000–$120,000 per year, based on experience.
Here at The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC, we offer benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance), an excellent compensation package, paid parking, paid time off, and more! Come work as a Post-Conviction Relief Attorney at a growing firm with opportunities to advance and learn alongside a team of professionals within the legal industry.
The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, 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.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Legal
Industries
Law Practice
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC by 2x
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