Associate Attorney

Currently seeking a Criminal Defense attorney to join our team.

Fitzgerald, Alvarez & Ciummo, A Professional Law Corporation, is looking for a full-time attorney to join our fast-paced, high energy, growing firm. Our office has been providing indigent legal defense services since 1988. Our mission is to ensure that our clients receive high quality legal representation and that their constitutional rights are safeguarded throughout their legal proceedings. We currently provide such legal services in six counties in California. As a firm, we provide representation in adult criminal matters (felonies and misdemeanors), and juvenile matters, (both delinquency and dependency).

Our firm is a MCLE-approved provider and will provide the training, mentoring and experience necessary to help new attorneys grow into experienced trial attorneys. Our firm strives to form a positive and professional training/work environment where employees can realize their potential. Fitzgerald, Alvarez & Ciummo offers competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental and vision benefits and a 401 (k) plan.

Job Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Representation of Clients in Criminal Proceedings

Performing Legal Research and Drafting of Motions and Legal Filings

Advise clients of the process and their legal rights prior to each hearing

Must be licensed to practice law and be in good standing with the California State Bar

Attributes Required:

Positive Attitude and Professional demeanor at all times

Punctual, organized and dependable

Ability to handle high volume of case loads.