Criminal Defense Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parking

Opportunities for career advancement

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search is seeking a Criminal Defense Attorney in Fresno, CA, offering the opportunity to advance your career with an established law firm. The attorney will manage their caseload, engage with clients, and work alongside a team of attorneys and legal assistants.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years of criminal defense experience and be skilled in legal research and writing. This position also offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with paid parking and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of criminal defense experience required.
• Experience with complex criminal cases at various levels.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on legal rights and draft legal documents.
• Manage court appearances, trials, and legal research.
• Gather evidence to support client cases.

Skills

Legal research and writing

Communication

Negotiation

Case management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Criminal Defense Attorney in Fresno, CA. This role offers a chance to gain valuable experience and advance your career within an established firm. The attorney will manage their caseload, engage with clients, and collaborate with a team of attorneys and legal assistants.

Duties

• Advise clients on legal rights and draft legal documents.
• Attend pretrial hearings and advise clients on strategies.
• Manage court appearances, trials, and legal research.
• Analyze case outcomes using legal precedents.
• Provide legal analysis to determine case benefits.
• Gather evidence to support client cases.
• Prepare clients for depositions and gather supporting information.

Requirements

• At least 3 years of criminal defense experience.
• Experience with complex criminal cases at federal, state, and local levels.
• Team player open to collaboration and strategizing.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in California.

Skills

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases efficiently.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid parking and time off.
• Opportunities for career advancement.