Employment Opportunities
Takakjian, Sowers & Sitkoff LLP
About Our Firm
Formed in 1989, the law firm of Takakjian, Sowers & Sitkoff LLP, a prestigious and growing California Criminal Defense law firm, is dedicated to serving the needs of individuals with a felony or misdemeanor criminal defense matters. We believe that we are a unique law firm, both in the nature of our experience and the way we aggressively - yet compassionately represent our clients' needs. Our staff is the "cement" that supports our foundation and we rely on their expertise and compassion to keep us strong. If you share our values, please introduce yourself.
Description
We are sorry but we do not currently have any positions available. However, please feel free to send us your resume and cover letter for our files. Thank you. Position involves court appearances throughout Southern California. Previous experience as a Deputy District Attorney, Deputy City Attorney or Deputy Public Defender preferred. Representation in criminal defense matters includes: extensive client contact, interview, screen and sign prospective clients; submit discovery requests; perform legal research, draft, file and argue motions, subpoena witnesses; conduct DMV Administrative Per Se hearings; and make court appearances (including arraignments, preliminary hearings, pretrial conferences, motion hearings and trials).
Generous compensation package includes competitive salary, medical / dental / disability insurance, and paid vacations. Takakjian, Sowers & Sitkoff LLP www.attorney-criminal-dui.com For immediate consideration please send your cover letter and resume to our fax (310) 312 - 8227 attn: Don Sowers, Esq.
Minimum Qualifications:
Three years of experience as a Deputy District Attorney, Deputy City Attorney, Deputy Public Defender or previous Law Enforcement position preferred.
Knowledge & Skills:
- Strong interviewing techniques.
- Extensive knowledge of Criminal Law and Procedure.
- Fluency in a foreign language (Spanish) a plus, though not required.
- Mature, professional appearance and demeanor required.
Ability to:
- Communicate and deal effectively, courteously and candidly, both orally and in writing with individuals, opposing counsel and the court at all times.
- Exercise mature judgment with complete candor in analyzing complex and sensitive issues as they relate to criminal matters.
- Prepare concise, complete and accurate correspondence and reports.
- If bilingual, you may occasionally, communicate in and/or translate a foreign language.
- Work well under the continual pressure of a high volume of contact with clients, staff, investigating and prosecuting agencies and courts.
- Able to negotiate in an amicable yet knowledgeable and effective manner.
- Work independently, a "self-starter" comfortable with little supervision.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
- Receive inquiries from the public concerning an arrest or criminal investigation; conducted by telephone, email, correspondence and in person.
- Interview individuals of varied socio-economic backgrounds and varied levels of stress.
- Respond knowledgeably and courteously to requests for information about the law and our firm.
- When appropriate, make referrals to other attorneys that may be able to assist the contact.
- Evaluate inquiries, to determine if an in-person interview should be conducted.
- Travel to location most convenient to the prospective client; offices throughout So. California.
- Interview the prospective client; close and sign retainer with client.
- Create and maintain records of all contacts.
- Provide statistical and other reports of overall work product on a regular basis.
- If bilingual, occasionally translate written and oral communications.
- Prepare and send accurate, succinct, timely correspondence to the client, prosecuting agency and courts.
- Submit discovery requests; perform legal research; draft, file and argue motions, subpoena witnesses; conduct DMV Administrative Per Se hearings; negotiate dispositions and make court appearances throughout Southern California (including arraignments, preliminary hearings, pretrial conferences, motion hearings and trials).
- Perform other related duties as required.
To apply, please send a RESUME and COVER LETTER to:
DON SOWERS, Partner
TAKAKJIAN, SOWERS & SITKOFF LLP
11845 W. Olympic Blvd. Suite 1000
Los Angeles, CA 90064
Or Fax (310) 312-8227
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