Post-Conviction Relief Attorney

The United Firm•Los Angeles, CA

About The Position

The Matian Firm is seeking an admitted attorney to handle post-conviction relief matters as an Associate Attorney in its Southern California practice. The role offers the opportunity to gain experience in criminal and immigration law at an established firm with room for growth. The attorney will report to the Supervising Attorney, manage a caseload and client interactions, and collaborate with the Post Conviction Relief Team of attorneys and legal assistants. Previous litigation and/or appellate experience is sought. Immigration law experience is highly desirable but not required.

Requirements

Must be an admitted attorney.
Experience handling criminal cases at the state and local level.
Criminal defense experience or immigration law experience.
A team-oriented approach and willingness to help, strategize, and work with fellow associates.
High-caliber interpersonal skills.

Nice To Haves

Previous litigation and/or appellate experience.
Immigration law experience is highly desirable but not required.
Bilingual in English and Spanish is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Advise clients about their legal rights and prepare legal documents related to their cases.
Handle post-conviction relief cases, including motions to vacate, expungements, motions to reduce, and early termination of probation.
Attend motion hearings on behalf of clients and advise them after hearings about strategies.
Handle open criminal cases, including arraignments, pre-trials, pleas, and sentencing on behalf of other criminal attorneys at the firm.
Manage court appearances, draft motions, interview clients, and conduct legal research.
Analyze probable case outcomes using knowledge of legal precedents.
Manage a caseload and provide legal analysis to clients to determine possible case benefits.
Collaborate and strategize with fellow attorneys and legal assistants.