Criminal Defense Attorney (Senior)

WizeHire, Inc

Oakland (CA)

On-site

USD 150,000 - 210,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Base salary

Health/dental/vision

401(k)

Mileage reimbursement

Company car

Bar dues

Malpractice insurance

Parking

Student loan assistance

Other bonuses

Job summary

Nieves Law Firm in Oakland seeks a Criminal Defense Associate with 7+ years of felony defense experience to join our focused litigation team. The attorney will handle motions, preliminary hearings, and felony trials with rigorous advocacy and a commitment to client outcomes.

The ideal candidate is admitted to the California Bar and can appear in court across the Bay Area. We offer a base salary plus comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

Minimum 7 years of criminal defense experience, specifically felony defense.
Admission to the California Bar and ability to attend court in the Bay Area.
Second language skills encouraged.

Responsibilities

Draft and file motions for felony cases.
Attend preliminary hearings.
Conduct felony trials with advocacy.

Skills

Criminal defense

Felony experience

Court appearances

Motion writing

Education

California Bar admission

Job description

Criminal Defense Associate (7+ Years Felony Experience Necessary)

The Nieves Law Firm is focused on fostering trusting relationships with its clientele. Driven by integrity and an unrelenting commitment to success, our Mission is to deliver superior results by combining bold strategies, careful preparation, and transparent communication. We aim to allow each defendant to reconstruct their reputation while planning for the future.

We are seeking a full-time Senior Attorney with over 7 years of criminal defense experience. The candidate's experience must be specifically in criminal defense — experience in other law practices will not count toward the minimum requirements.

Applicants must possess felony experience in writing motions, attending preliminary hearings, and conducting felony trials. The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate a superior standard of work and exhibit passionate advocacy for each of their clients. We are looking for enthusiastic and successful people.

Admission to the California Bar and the ability to attend court in the Bay Area are a MUST for this position.
Applicants who possess a second language skill are especially encouraged to apply.