Entry-Level Criminal Defense Attorney
About The Position
We're looking for an admitted attorney for an extremely promising Entry-Level Criminal Defense Attorney position within a premier law firm with lots of room for growth. This is an opportunity for a dedicated Entry-Level Attorney to gain valuable experience and further their career with an established firm in the Fresno area. As the Entry-Level Criminal Defense Attorney, you will report to the Managing Criminal Defense Attorney. The Entry-Level Attorney will manage a caseload, as well as client interaction, and can collaborate with our wonderful Criminal Defense Team of Attorneys and legal assistants.
Requirements
- Demonstrated interest in Criminal Defense law from Law School clinics, volunteer work, or internship experience
- Juris Doctorate degree
- Active bar admission (law graduates awaiting admission will also be considered)
- A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with our fellow associates
- Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber
- A record of moving legal cases forward and an ability to manage a caseload
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
- Experience with Case Management Software is preferred
Responsibilities
- Advise the client on their legal rights in matters and draw up legal documents about their case
- Attend pretrial hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about the best strategies
- Manage court appearances, trials, drafting motions, interviewing witnesses, 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
- Accrue additional evidence to support the client's case or for arguments against the prosecution's charges
- Prepare clients for depositions; determine essential goals of case strategy and gather information from witnesses and important experts that support the client’s positions
Benefits
- medical, dental, and vision insurance
- an excellent compensation package
- paid parking
- paid time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
