Entry-level Criminal Defense Attorney

Unitedfirm; Rancho Cucamonga (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parking

Paid time off

Job summary

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, A.P.C. in Rancho Cucamonga is seeking an admitted attorney for an entry-level Criminal Defense Attorney position.

You will join a premier firm with growth potential and report to the Managing Criminal Defense Attorney, handling caseloads and client interactions alongside a supportive team. Responsibilities include advising clients, attending pretrial hearings, managing court appearances, conducting legal research, and preparing deposits.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with bar license.
• Experience handling criminal cases at federal, state, and local levels.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to exceptional client service.
• Team player open to collaboration with associates and staff.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on their legal rights and draw up case documents.
• Attend pretrial hearings on behalf of clients and advise strategies after hearings.
• 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 to determine possible case benefits for clients.
• Accrue additional evidence to support the client’s case or arguments against prosecution.
• Prepare clients for depositions and gather essential information from witnesses and experts.

Skills

Criminal defense

Legal research

Court appearances

Client service

Team collaboration

Education

Bar admission

Job description

We're looking for an admitted attorney for an extremely promising Entry-level Criminal Defense Attorney position in Rancho Cucamonga within a premier law firm with lots of room for growth. This is an opportunity for a dedicated Associate Attorney to gain valuable experience and further their career with an established firm. As the Criminal Defense Attorney, you will report to the Managing Criminal Defense Attorney. The Attorney will manage their 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

• Experience handling criminal cases at the federal, state, and local levels
• A team player who is open to helping, strategizing, and working with their fellow associates
• Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to exceptional client service

Salary: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year

Why Join The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, A.P.C.

Here at The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, A.P.C., we offer excellent benefits (medical, dental, and vision insurance), an attractive compensation package, paid parking, paid time off, and more! As a Criminal Defense Attorney, you will have the opportunity to advance your career while learning alongside a team of professionals within the legal industry.

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, A.P.C. is an equal employment opportunity employer. We welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetics. We are committed to maintaining an inclusive and diverse work environment.