Criminal Defense Legal Assistant

The role

The Legal Assistant will perform legal research, document creation, and database maintenance. You will work in collaboration with a team to ensure criminal matters move along.

What you will do

• Maintain communication with clients and provide case updates promptly.
• Manage attorney schedule efficiently.
• Process criminal cases for trial preparation.
• Complete a daily court calendar, obtain jury panels, and issue discovery to defense attorneys.
• Prepare and cancel subpoenas.
• Request criminal history documentation including national, state, and local records.
• Schedule appointments for defense attorneys.
• Assist victims with restitution information, no-contact orders, subpoenas, and court dates.
• Communicate with law enforcement, the general public, victims and witnesses.
• Perform office-related activities including back-up of co-workers and front desk responsibilities.

Required qualifications

• 1+ years of Criminal Defense experience
• Professional work history with transferable skills.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) with high proficiency required.
• Previous experience as a paralegal or in another legal field is required.
• Experience with Case Management Software, or familiarity with computer charting programs.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) plan
• catered lunches
• complimentary parking
• paid time off

About the company

The United Firm | La Liga Defensora, APC is a legal firm providing comprehensive, specialized services. The firm focuses on excellence in the legal industry.