Criminal Defense Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Criminal Defense Attorney in Orange, CA. This role offers a promising opportunity for a dedicated attorney to gain valuable experience and advance their career within an established firm. The attorney will manage their caseload, engage in client interactions, and collaborate with a team of attorneys and legal assistants.

Duties

• Advise clients on legal rights and draft legal documents related to their cases.
• Attend pretrial hearings and advise clients on strategies post-hearing.
• Manage court appearances, trials, draft motions, and conduct witness interviews.
• Perform legal research and analyze probable case outcomes using legal precedents.
• Provide legal analysis to determine potential case benefits for clients.
• Gather additional evidence to support clients' cases or counter prosecution charges.
• Prepare clients for depositions and gather information from witnesses and experts.

Requirements

• Experience handling criminal cases at federal, state, and local levels.
• Ability to work collaboratively with fellow associates.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree required.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in the state of California.

Skills

• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proficient in legal document drafting and case management.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid parking.
• Paid time off.

Company info

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