Post-Conviction Relief Attorney
About The Position
The United Firm, A.P.C. is seeking an admitted attorney to handle post-conviction relief matters at its Orange County, California firm. The role offers the opportunity to gain experience in criminal and immigration law and to grow within an established firm. The attorney will manage a caseload and client interactions, and collaborate with the Post-Conviction Relief Team of attorneys and legal assistants. The position reports to the Supervising Attorney. The attorney will handle post-conviction relief cases and may also work on open criminal cases for other criminal attorneys within the firm. Immigration law experience is desirable but not required. The firm describes its work environment as inclusive, open, and diverse.
Requirements
- Must be an admitted attorney.
- Criminal defense experience or immigration law experience.
- Experience handling criminal cases at the state and local level.
- Ability to work collaboratively with fellow associates and contribute to strategizing.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
Nice To Haves
- Previous litigation and/or appellate experience.
- Experience with immigration law; it is desirable but not required.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish; strongly preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Advise clients about their legal rights and prepare legal documents related to their cases.
- Handle post-conviction relief matters, 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 legal 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 workload.
- Provide legal analysis to determine potential benefits for clients.
- Collaborate with fellow attorneys and legal assistants.
Benefits
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid parking
- Paid time off
- Compensation package
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
