Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

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 the 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 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

About us

Founded in April, 2015 in an old San Francisco vacuum store, It has evolved from its humble roots into a modern, dynamic virtual law firm with an emphasis on excellent client experience and affordable top-notch advocacy.

We are everyday lawyers for everyday people facing everyday problems. At our core, we are committed to being honest and transparent with each other and our clients.

We pride ourselves in providing the best possible legal experience for our clients to ensure we are at the forefront of revolutionizing courtroom culture, and increasing access to the legal field through the use of technology.

We have experienced significant growth to become one of Northern California's top Traffic and DUI Law Firms. The team is focused on expanding into the state of California as it relates to Traffic and DUI defense, with the goal of having an expanded role in other states.

We are looking for the right candidates to join our team to achieve all of our goals.

Benefits

Health

Dental

Vision

401k with company matching

15 days Paid Time Off

3 Sick Days

Annual team gathering

Annual Bonus

Quarterly Activities

Work Remotely from anywhere in the United States

Continuing Education & Training

Quarterly Swag

Community Outreach

Job Type : Full-time

Pay : $80,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits : 401(k)

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Schedule : 8 hour shift

8 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Ability to Relocate :

Sacramento, CA 95811 : Relocate before starting work (Required)