Criminal Defense Paralegal at The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC

Los Angeles, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

11 Jun, 26

Salary

32.0

Posted On

13 Mar, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Legal Research, Document Creation, Database Maintenance, Legislative Guidelines, Regulatory Guidelines, Case Updates, Schedule Management, Trial Preparation, Legal Documents, Data Entry, Correspondence, Court Calendar, Discovery Request, Motion Drafting, Subpoena Preparation, Criminal History Request

Industry

Law Practice

Description

At The Matian Firm, our expert legal team is a driving force behind our continued success. We’re in search of an experienced Criminal Defense Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join this team and help maintain the standard of excellence for which we’re known. The Criminal Defense Senior Legal Assistant/Paralegal will have an immediate effect on our operations, guiding us toward positive outcomes with comprehensive legal research, document creation, and database maintenance. The Criminal Defense Legal Assistant/Paralegal will report directly to the Department Supervisor. You and your team will work in collaboration to ensure that criminal matters within the department are moving along. As the Senior Legal Assistant/Paralegal, you will have a working knowledge of current legislative and regulatory guidelines and experience in Criminal Defense. The Matian Firm is proud to offer comprehensive, specialized services, which start with our own attention to the letter of the law. Responsibilities Maintain communication with clients and provide case updates promptly Manage attorney schedule efficiently (attorney-client meetings, court appearances, etc.) Process criminal cases for trial preparation, including legal documents, data entry, and correspondence. Complete a daily court calendar, request discovery from prosecuting offices, and assist with motion drafting. Prepare subpoenas and cancel subpoenas when trials are completed, dismissed, or continued. Enter revocation petitions and prepare files for court. Request criminal history documentation, including national, state, and local criminal histories, booking photos, arrest records, juvenile criminal histories, and Bureau of Motor Vehicles records. Schedule appointments for defense attorneys to meet with deputy prosecutors, conduct depositions, and hold pretrial conferences. Communicate with law enforcement individuals at the federal, state, and local levels, the general public, and victims and witnesses in criminal cases. Perform a variety of office-related activities to support department functions,s including back-up of co-workers. Qualifications At least 2 years of Criminal Defense experience. Bilingual (English/Spanish) required. Previous experience as a paralegal or other legal field. Experience with Case Management Software. Experience with Federal Criminal matters Salary: $20-32/hr (based on experience) Do you have a passion for Criminal Defense and a desire to work within an organization with lots of room for growth? Here at the Matian Firm, we offer that, benefits (medical, dental and vision insurance), catered lunches, an excellent compensation package, paid parking, paid time off, and more! Come work as a Criminal Defense Paralegal at a growing firm with opportunities to advance and learn alongside a team of professionals within' the legal industry. Apply now! The Matian Firm, APC is an equal employment opportunity employer, and we welcome everyone regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or genetics. We're dedicated to providing an inclusive, open, and diverse work environment.

Responsibilities

The Paralegal will maintain client communication, manage attorney schedules, and process criminal cases for trial preparation, including document creation and data entry. Key duties involve completing court calendars, requesting discovery, assisting with motion drafting, and preparing various legal records.