Associate Attorney - Criminal Defense

At Manshoory Law Group, APC (MLG) we are a reputable and growing criminal defense firm focused on building solid defense strategies for the arrested and accused throughout the greater Los Angeles area, Orange County, and surrounding areas.

We are a family-oriented law firm with a fun and friendly atmosphere. We strive to help our employees excel in their work through guidance, training, and support.

Job purpose

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated attorney who is committed to providing zealous advocacy for our clients. The ideal candidate will have one to five years of criminal defense experience and work closely with their legal assistant to ensure clear and consistent client communication. This role requires exceptional attention to detail and strong organizational skills. All attorneys are expected to maintain a professional appearance and decorum in both the courtroom and the office, while also demonstrating a collaborative and team-oriented approach with colleagues.

Requirements:

• Experience: 1-5+ years of criminal defense experience (required).
• Licensing: Must be an active member in good standing with the State Bar of California and admitted to practice law in California.

Core Competencies:

• Criminal Defense Expertise: One or more years of experience in handling a variety of criminal cases, including misdemeanors, felonies, resentencing, and post-conviction matters is preferred. Some trial experience is preferred, as well as familiarity with contested motions and DUI/vehicle-related crimes, including DMV-APS hearings.
• Professionalism & Demeanor: Possesses a poised, polished, and professional appearance. Demonstrates excellent courtroom presence and maintains a professional and empathetic demeanor in all client interactions.
• Legal & Analytical Skills: Possesses strong legal research, writing, and strategic analysis skills. Capable of evaluating cases, developing effective defense strategies, and producing high-quality work product.
• Communication & Negotiation: Has excellent verbal communication and negotiation skills.
• Organizational & Time Management: Is exceptionally organized, detail-oriented, and able to effectively manage time and multitask. Must be able to handle a demanding caseload from the initial client consultation through case completion.
• Autonomy: Possesses the ability to work with minimal to no supervision.
• Technical Skills: Is tech-savvy and computer literate.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Attending daily court appearances at various courthouses.
• Handling a diverse caseload of misdemeanors, felonies, and post-conviction cases.
• Conducting jury trials.
• Visiting clients in jail as necessary.
• Performing legal research and writing, including drafting motions, as well as contributing to firm blogs or articles.
• Attending and conducting DMV-APS hearings.
• Performing case evaluations and strategic analysis of cases.
• Conducting client consultations and providing compassionate legal guidance.
• Complying with all firm policies and procedures, along with all federal, state, and local laws.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical requirements

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time while in the office, and infrequently move items weighing up to 10 pounds across the office/courthouse for various needs; must be able to commute to various courthouses; to do substantial and repetitive movements/motions of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers; to have close visual acuity to view a computer terminal;

to move around varying distances; to reach, push, pull, talk, hear, as needed. Work is performed in an internal environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards.

Direct reports:

None

Compensation is based on experience: $100,000 to $160,000