Contract Criminal Defense Attorney — Pasadena

Action Lawyers, PC; California (MO); On-site; USD 83,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Action Lawyers, PC seeks a full-time contract attorney in Pasadena and surrounding counties to manage a complete caseload from start to finish across all criminal matters, including misdemeanors and felonies.

You will interact with clients, draft motions and briefs, conduct independent investigations, and negotiate with prosecutors to secure favorable outcomes. The role requires meticulous case management, adherence to deadlines, and strong writing and research skills in a fast-paced practice.

Qualifications

• Experience handling all criminal matters from start to finish.
• Proven ability to negotiate plea agreements.
• Excellent drafting of motions, briefs, and pleadings.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in criminal court proceedings, including arraignments, hearings, trials, and plea negotiations.
• Draft legal documents such as motions, briefs, and pleadings with precision and clarity.
• Advise clients on their legal rights and options throughout the criminal justice process.
• Negotiate with prosecutors to achieve favorable plea agreements when appropriate.
• Investigate case facts by reviewing evidence, interviewing witnesses, and consulting experts in areas such as forensic science or accident reconstruction.
• Stay current on developments in criminal law and related field.
• Maintain meticulous case files and ensure compliance with all legal standards and deadlines.
• Collaborate with colleagues within the law office to strategize case approaches and share insights.

Skills

Criminal defense

Negotiation

Legal writing

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Legal drafting

Admin experience

Job description

Action Lawyers, PC seeks a full-time contract attorney in Pasadena and surrounding counties to manage a complete caseload from start to finish across all criminal matters, including misdemeanors and felonies.

You will interact with clients, draft motions and briefs, conduct independent investigations, and negotiate with prosecutors to secure favorable outcomes. The role requires meticulous case management, adherence to deadlines, and strong writing and research skills in a fast-paced practice.