Job Description

The Rodriguez Law Group is one of the top criminal defense law firms in Southern California, as featured on CNN, MSNBC, KTLA, FOX, CBS, NBC, ABC, Entertainment Tonight, Telemundo, Univision, and many other networks, radio stations, and publications. We are looking for an Associate Attorney with criminal law experience who will grow with our firm. If you are hired, you will receive full benefits, a 401k plan and paid legal trainings to help you master your skills as a criminal defense attorney and a litigator.

You will represent clients in legal court proceedings, draft legal documents, conduct legal research, advise clients on legal transactions and handle your own case load from start to finish. Plenty of room to grow at this firm, as we are constantly expanding. This position also offers a significant bonus commission, which would allow you to make much more than the listed $100k annually, usually $20-$80k more a year.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Represent clients in court and/or before government agencies
• Argue motions and other court hearings
• Conduct trials
• Draft legal pleadings on behalf of clients
• Advise clients on business and legal transactions
• Negotiate settlements
• Meet with prospective clients for legal consultations
• Conduct legal research
• Participate in client intake

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Some criminal law experience preferred
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Ability to build rapport with clients
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Westlaw proficient
• Spanish speaking is plus

COMPENSATION:

• 100k annually
• Bonus quarterly commission - opportunity to make much more than listed salary (usually between $20-$80k more annually)
• Full medical benefits
• Dental and Vision
• 401k
• 2 weeks paid vacation
• Paid trainings in the practice of criminal law and trial advocacy

Company Description

The Rodriguez Law Group is a top criminal defense law firm in Southern California, as featured on CNN, MSNBC, KTLA, FOX, CBS, NBC, ABC, Entertainment Tonight, Telemundo, Univision, and many other networks, radio stations, and publications. This is a boutique law firm looking to grow. We are located in Downtown Los Angeles, an easy commute to and from most locations.