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Practice Area: Criminal Law - Defense, Job Type: Attorney,
Firm Type: Law Firm, Experience: 4 Years, A law firm in San Jose, CA, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Criminal Defense Attorney to join their dynamic team. The Senior Criminal Defense Attorney will report directly to the Managing Criminal Defense Attorney and will play a key role in managing a diverse caseload, interacting with clients, and collaborating with the firm’s Criminal Defense Team. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in handling complex criminal cases at various levels and possess excellent interpersonal skills.Key Responsibilities:Advise clients on their legal rights and draw up legal documents related to their cases.Attend pretrial hearings, providing strategic advice to clients post-hearing.Manage court appearances, including trials, drafting motions, interviewing witnesses, and conducting legal research.Analyze probable case outcomes utilizing knowledge of legal precedents.Oversee a caseload of cases, ensuring efficient management and resolution.Provide legal analysis to clients to identify potential benefits and strategies.Accumulate additional evidence to support clients’ cases and challenge prosecution charges.Prepare clients for depositions, establish case strategy goals, and gather critical information from witnesses and experts.Handle complex criminal cases at federal, state, and local levels.Collaborate effectively with the Criminal Defense Team, offering support and strategic input.Requirements:4-5 years of experience in criminal defense, with a proven track record in handling complex cases.Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.Strong analytical skills and the ability to apply legal precedents to case strategies.Demonstrated experience in managing client relationships and case workload efficiently.Education and Certifications:Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.Active license to practice law in California.Skills:In-depth knowledge of criminal law and legal procedures.Proficiency in legal research and analysis.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.Ability to strategize effectively and provide comprehensive legal advice.Strong organizational skills with the capability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.High level of professionalism and ethical standards.Benefits Offered:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.Competitive compensation package.Paid parking.Paid time off.Additional benefits and perks. 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 the fields of 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 and 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.
Firm Type: Law Firm, Experience: 4 Years, A law firm in San Jose, CA, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Criminal Defense Attorney to join their dynamic team. The Senior Criminal Defense Attorney will report directly to the Managing Criminal Defense Attorney and will play a key role in managing a diverse caseload, interacting with clients, and collaborating with the firm’s Criminal Defense Team. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in handling complex criminal cases at various levels and possess excellent interpersonal skills.Key Responsibilities:Advise clients on their legal rights and draw up legal documents related to their cases.Attend pretrial hearings, providing strategic advice to clients post-hearing.Manage court appearances, including trials, drafting motions, interviewing witnesses, and conducting legal research.Analyze probable case outcomes utilizing knowledge of legal precedents.Oversee a caseload of cases, ensuring efficient management and resolution.Provide legal analysis to clients to identify potential benefits and strategies.Accumulate additional evidence to support clients’ cases and challenge prosecution charges.Prepare clients for depositions, establish case strategy goals, and gather critical information from witnesses and experts.Handle complex criminal cases at federal, state, and local levels.Collaborate effectively with the Criminal Defense Team, offering support and strategic input.Requirements:4-5 years of experience in criminal defense, with a proven track record in handling complex cases.Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a team.Strong analytical skills and the ability to apply legal precedents to case strategies.Demonstrated experience in managing client relationships and case workload efficiently.Education and Certifications:Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.Active license to practice law in California.Skills:In-depth knowledge of criminal law and legal procedures.Proficiency in legal research and analysis.Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.Ability to strategize effectively and provide comprehensive legal advice.Strong organizational skills with the capability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.High level of professionalism and ethical standards.Benefits Offered:Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.Competitive compensation package.Paid parking.Paid time off.Additional benefits and perks. 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 the fields of 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 and 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.
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