Entry-Level Criminal Defense Attorney

Unitedfirm; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parking

Paid time off

Job summary

Unitedfirm in Fresno is looking for an Entry-Level Criminal Defense Attorney to join their team. This position offers substantial growth opportunities within a premier law firm. You'll be responsible for managing a caseload, advising clients, and collaborating with a dedicated Criminal Defense Team.

The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctorate degree, communicate effectively with clients, and possess a keen interest in Criminal Defense law. The position offers a competitive salary along with various benefits including medical, dental, and vision insurance.

Qualifications

• Interest in Criminal Defense law from Law School clinics, volunteer work, or internship experience.
• Active bar admission (law graduates awaiting admission will also be considered).
• A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with associates.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on legal rights and draw up legal documents.
• Attend pretrial hearings and advise clients on strategies.
• Manage court appearances, trials, and legal research.
• Analyze probable outcomes of cases using legal precedents.
• Provide legal analysis for clients to determine case benefits.

Skills

Interest in Criminal Defense law

Interpersonal skills

Ability to manage caseload

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Experience with Case Management Software

Education

Juris Doctorate degree

Job description

We're looking for an admitted attorney for an extremely promising Entry‑Level Criminal Defense Attorney position within a premier law firm with lots of room for growth. This is an opportunity for a dedicated Entry‑Level Attorney to gain valuable experience and further their career with an established firm in the Fresno area. As the Entry‑Level Criminal Defense Attorney, you will report to the Managing Criminal Defense Attorney. The Entry‑Level Attorney will manage a caseload, as well as client interaction, and can collaborate with our wonderful Criminal Defense Team of Attorneys and legal assistants.

Responsibilities

• Advise the client on their legal rights in matters and draw up legal documents about their case
• Attend pretrial hearings on behalf of clients and advise clients following each hearing about the best strategies
• Manage court appearances, trials, drafting motions, interviewing witnesses, and performing legal research
• Analyze probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents
• Manage the workload of cases
• Provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits
• Accrue additional evidence to support the client’s case or for arguments against the prosecution's charges
• Prepare clients for depositions; determine essential goals of case strategy and gather information from witnesses and important experts that support the client’s positions

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in Criminal Defense law from Law School clinics, volunteer work, or internship experience
• Juris Doctorate degree
• Active bar admission (law graduates awaiting admission will also be considered)
• A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with our fellow associates
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
• Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber
• A record of moving legal cases forward and an ability to manage a caseload
• Experience with Case Management Software is preferred

Pay Range: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00

Here at The United Firm A.P.C., we offer benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance), an excellent compensation package, paid parking, paid time off, and more! Come work as an Entry‑Level Criminal Defense Attorney at a growing firm with opportunities to advance and learn alongside a team of professionals within the legal industry.

The United Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. We are dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.