Entry Level Investigations Attorney

We're looking for an Entry Level Investigations Attorney within a premier law firm with lots of room for growth. This is an opportunity for a dedicated Entry Level Investigations Attorney to gain valuable experience and further their career with a established firm in the Los Angeles area. As the Entry Level Investigations Attorney, you will report to the Managing Criminal Defense Attorney. The Entry Level Investigations 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 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 best strategies
• Manage court appearance, trail, drafting motions, interviewing witnesses and performing legal research
• Analyze probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents
• Manage workload of cases
• Provide legal analysis for clients to determine any possible case benefits
• Accrue additional evidence to support clients case or for arguments against the prosecutions charges
• Prepare clients for depositions; determine essential goals of case strategy and gather information from witnesses and important experts that support client’s positions

Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in Criminal Defense law from Law School clinics or 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 your fellow associates
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
• Interpersonal skills of the highest caliber
• Record of moving legal cases forward and an ability to manage a caseload
• Experience with Case Management Software is preferred

* Experience Level: Will consider newly barred attorneys*

Pay Range: $80,000-$85,000

Do you have a passion for Criminal Defense and a desire to practice within an organization with lots of room for growth? Here at the Matian Firm 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 Investigations Attorney at a growing firm with opportunities to advance and learn alongside a team of professionals within' the legal industry.

The Matian 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.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you a licensed attorney in the state of California?
• Are you authorized to work in the U.S.?
• Do you now or will you in the future require sponsorship?
• In which year were you admitted to the California Bar?

Experience:

• Criminal Defense: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person