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Criminal Defense Associate Attorney

Type Full-Time

Location California - Sacramento

Job ID 2BPC418735

Experience Level Junior Associate

Job Experience Min. 1 Years

Ranking 2 : Consumer and/or Business $$

Estimated Salary Consumer Facing Firm Salary-Tend to Be on Lower End in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas Criminal Law - Defense

2026-05-15 06:23:38
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Job Overview
A law firm seeks an entry-level Criminal Defense Associate Attorney in Sacramento, CA. The attorney will manage a caseload involving serious felony and federal cases, report to the Supervising Attorney, and collaborate with a team of attorneys and paralegals.

Duties

  • Advise clients on legal rights and draft legal documents.
  • Attend pretrial hearings and advise clients on strategies.
  • Manage court appearances, trials, and draft motions.
  • Interview witnesses and perform legal research.
  • Analyze case outcomes using legal precedents.
  • Provide legal analysis to determine case benefits.
  • Accrue evidence to support client cases.
  • Prepare clients for testimony and gather supporting information.

Requirements

  • 7 to 15 years of criminal defense experience.
  • Trial experience is highly preferred.
  • Experience with complex criminal cases at all levels.
  • Team player open to collaboration.
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills.

Education

  • Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

  • Admitted to practice law in California.

Skills

  • Strong legal research and writing skills.
  • Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple cases efficiently.

Benefits

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

Your information will not be forwarded to any employers at this time. A recruiter will contact you with more information once our internal review of your resume is completed.

Date Last Confirmed

05-15-2026

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