Entry-Level Attorney

About the role

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 - $100,000.00

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.