Senior Attorney

The Nieves Law Firm: Oakland Criminal Defense Attorneys; Oakland (CA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with contributions

Mileage reimbursement

Use of company car

Bar dues and malpractice insurance

Student loan assistance

Other bonuses and benefits

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Oakland seeks a Criminal Defense Associate with over 7 years of felony experience. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proven advocacy skills and a commitment to helping clients rebuild their reputations. Competitive compensation includes a base salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of criminal defense experience with felony cases.
• Must provide evidence of superior advocacy skills.
• Experience specifically in criminal law required.

Responsibilities

• Writing motions and attending preliminary hearings.
• Conducting felony trials and advocating for clients.

Skills

Felony litigation

Motions writing

Trial advocacy

Bilingual skills

Education

Admission to the California Bar

Job description

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Criminal Defense Associate (7+ Years Felony Experience Necessary)

The Nieves Law Firm is focused on fostering trusting relationships with its clientele. We are a dedicated and encouraging team that works to dispel the stigma associated with criminal defense. Our aim is to give each defendant the opportunity to reconstruct their reputation while planning for the future. We are seeking a full-time Senior Attorney with over 6 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.

Compensation and benefits include base salary plus contributions to health/dental/vision plans, 401(k), mileage reimbursement, use of company car, bar dues, malpractice insurance, parking, student loan assistance, and other bonuses and benefits.

• Admission to the California Bar and the capacity 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.
  
  

Compensation: $135,000 - $185,000 yearly DOE

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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