Associate Attorney-Criminal Defense

Established criminal defense law firm, seeking one (1) FULL-TIME attorney in Kern and surrounding counties. You will be assigned entire cases with the help of the firm or expected to cover certain cases. Cases will be misdemeanors to serious felonies. Must have solid experience working on criminal cases with the ability to handle a criminal case from start to finish.

Please double check you have the right level of experience and qualifications by reading the full overview of this opportunity below.

• 5+ years of criminal law experience, plus an assortment of contested motions in California;
• Familiarity with DUI and vehicle-related crimes (including DMV APS Hearings);
• Ability to self-structure and independently manage their cases from the onset though completion;
• Poised, polished, and professional in appearance, courtroom demeanor, and work product;
• Action-oriented, accountable and driven to zealously defend clients (no matter what the facts of the case);
• Enthusiastic about working with a large client base;
• Eager to appear in any courthouse.

Attorneys at our Firm have a singular focus : servicing our clients and defending their cases in court (and at the DMV).

The successful applicant will love a high-energy work environment, enjoy collaborating with colleagues, and be interested in continually looking for ways to improve their advocacy skills. We inspire one another to provide consistently excellent work product. Every interaction with the Firm's clients must be compassionate and understanding we work to achieve the best possible result and deliver peace of mind to all who need us.

Please submit cover letter, resume, contact info.

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Work Location : In person