Immigration Attorney (Post-Conviction Relief)

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an admitted attorney for a promising Post-Conviction Relief Attorney position in Los Angeles, CA. This role offers the opportunity to gain experience in both criminal and immigration law within an established firm. The attorney will manage their caseload, engage with clients, and collaborate with a team of attorneys and legal assistants.

Duties

• Advise clients on legal rights and draft legal documents.
• Handle post-conviction relief cases, including motions to vacate and expungements.
• Attend motion hearings and advise clients on strategies.
• Manage open criminal cases, including arraignments and pleas.
• Conduct court appearances, draft motions, and perform legal research.
• Analyze case outcomes using legal precedents.

Requirements

• Experience in criminal defense or immigration law.
• Experience with state and local criminal cases.
• Team player with strong interpersonal skills.
• Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Admitted to practice law in California.

Skills

• Strong legal research and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and client interaction abilities.

Benefits

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

This medium-sized firm specializes in immigration, criminal, employment law, and personal injury. Committed to excellent customer service, the firm provides focused personalized attention to every client's needs. The firm consists of highly experienced and aggressive attorneys and associate attorneys who strive to make a difference in immigration law and criminal defense law. The firm has a collaborative teamwork environment where everybody shares ideas, motivates each other, and solves issues together. The firm is an equal employment opportunity employer dedicated to providing an open and diverse work environment. The legal community has recognized the firm for professional achievements and customer service, including Super Lawyers, The National Top 100 Trial Lawyers, Nationally Ranked Top 10 Attorney Award, 10 Best Law Firms Client Satisfaction, Avvo's Client Choice Award, and other accolades.