Offer summary

Qualifications:

Minimum 3 years of Criminal Defense experience., Experience handling complex cases at federal, state, and local levels., Strong interpersonal and advocacy skills., Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required..

Key responsabilities:

Advise clients on their legal rights and draft legal documents.

Attend pretrial hearings and provide strategic counsel.

Handle court appearances, trials, motions, and legal research.

Manage a caseload independently while collaborating with the Criminal Defense Team.

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, A.P.C, a premier law firm headquartered in the heart of Los Angeles, operates alongside our companion branches throughout California, Nevada, Arizona, Florida, and Illinois. While our primary practice areas are immigration, criminal defense, and personal injury, our experienced and dedicated team of attorneys also has strong foundations in many diverse areas of law. We are known for our zealous advocacy, and our clients recognize us as compassionate, caring, and committed to guiding them through the complexities of the legal system. We employ a substantial support staff that assists our attorneys in the field and ensures that every call to the office is answered and every client concern addressed. Despite our unwavering dedication to superior legal work and outstanding customer service at a competitive price, our offices remain energized and vibrant. Our company’s mission and the ethos of our employees are to ensure, to the absolute best of our ability, that each valued client receives the same focused and personalized attention, along with our unwavering dedication to providing premier legal services. Thanks to the size of our firm, our team of attorneys can exchange ideas, inspire one another, and collaboratively solve challenges. Our success is built on teamwork and a strong commitment to exceptional customer service. We are always eager to welcome individuals who are passionately devoted to the practice of law and the advocacy of those in need.

Job description

We are seeking a Criminal Defense Attorney to join our premier law firm. This role offers significant growth opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in an established firm. While Fresno-based attorneys are preferred, we are open to Northern & Southern California attorneys (e.g., San Jose, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Orange County, Irvine) for a remote position handling Fresno cases only. Remote attorneys will oversee all aspects of Fresno cases, including discovery, motions, DA negotiations, and court appearances when possible.

Responsibilities

Advise clients on their legal rights and draft legal documents.
Attend pretrial hearings and provide strategic counsel.
Handle court appearances, trials, motions, witness interviews, and legal research.
Analyze case outcomes using legal precedents.
Manage a caseload independently while collaborating with our Criminal Defense Team.
Prepare clients for depositions and work with experts to build case strategies.

Qualifications

Minimum 3 years of Criminal Defense experience.
Experience handling complex cases at the federal, state, and local levels.
A team player who enjoys strategizing and collaborating.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred but not required.
Strong interpersonal and advocacy skills.

Pay Range: $95,000.00-$130,000.00

Here at The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC we offer excellent benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance), an attractive compensation package, paid parking, paid time off, and more! As a Criminal Defense Attorney, you will have the opportunity to advance your career while learning alongside a team of professionals within the legal industry.

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment.

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