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Do you believe that clients should have access to top-notch advocacy at an affordable price? Are you the kind of person willing to go above and beyond to fulfill your duties to a client? Are you a positive person, even when Mercury is in Retrograde? Are you a self-starter that is also collaborative? Do you want to innovate the practice of law through the use of technology and achieve positive outcomes for clients? If you answered YES to these questions, then you would fit right in with A Californias premier Traffic & DUI Law Firm team. The associate attorney position is perfect for a newer lawyer looking for their first foray into the courtroom, or an existing criminal defense attorney that needs a fresh escape from the trappings of being a solo practitioner. Our ideal associate goes to bat for each and every client, and is willing to pursue all remedies to achieve the best results and outcomes. This is not an appearance attorney position. A Californias premier Traffic & DUI Law Firm associate is passionate about signing up new business and building referral networks to increase visibility. The successful candidate will establish a strong reputation as an honest advocate of the law and of change in the courtroom and contribute to the growth of the firm. We have a five year goal to become California's top auto-related criminal defense firm, and we want to build a team that helps us accomplish our goal.

Responsibilities:

Handle all levels of auto related infractions and crimes and some general crimes
Attend all forms of criminal/infraction hearings both in court, and with the DMV
Work with a dedicated legal assistant to complete administrative tasks, ensure the calendar is up to date and conflict free, and to facilitate client communications
Conduct consultations with potential clients
Generate new business
Collaborate with the team of lawyers to change courtroom culture through effective advocacy
Communicate with senior attorneys to ensure cases are handled efficiently
Legal research and writing including motions and pleadings

Requirements:

California Bar License in good standing
At least 1 year of relevant criminal law experience (i.e., Certified PD and DA internships)
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Impeccable attention to detail
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients
Bilingual English/Spanish in all communication modalities is a plus, but not required