Criminal Defense Associate — Mentorship & Growth

Stein-Conaway DUI & Criminal Defense

Santa Maria (CA)

On-site

USD 125,000 - 155,000

Full time

43 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Profit-Sharing Plan
Paid Time Off
Healthcare Reimbursement
Collaborative, Client-Centered Culture

Job summary

Stein-Conaway DUI & Criminal Defense seeks a Criminal Defense Associate Attorney for Santa Maria or Templeton, CA. You will join a client-centered, growth-focused team with weekly mentorship and strategy sessions to develop your practice in criminal defense.

The role requires California Bar admission, at least two jury trials, and 2+ years in a public defender, prosecutor, or private practice setting. Compensation includes base salary with performance-based bonuses and robust benefits.

Qualifications

  • You are an attorney licensed and in good standing with the California Bar.
  • You have at least 2 years of experience as a public defender, prosecutor, or in a private criminal defense practice.
  • You have completed at least 2 jury trials to verdict.
  • Spanish-speaking proficiency is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

  • You are an attorney licensed and in good standing with the California Bar.
  • You have at least 2 years of experience as a public defender, prosecutor, or in a private criminal defense practice.
  • You have completed at least 2 jury trials to verdict.
  • You are grounded, compassionate, and growth-oriented; you want to get better every day.
  • You demonstrate emotional intelligence and can navigate challenging situations with decency.

Job description

Stein-Conaway DUI & Criminal Defense seeks a Criminal Defense Associate Attorney for Santa Maria or Templeton, CA. You will join a client-centered, growth-focused team with weekly mentorship and strategy sessions to develop your practice in criminal defense.

The role requires California Bar admission, at least two jury trials, and 2+ years in a public defender, prosecutor, or private practice setting. Compensation includes base salary with performance-based bonuses and robust benefits.

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