Criminal Defense Case Manager/Paralegal

Description

Summary: Seeking a highly organized and dependable professional with prior criminal defense experience to manage cases from intake through resolution. Highlights: 1. Manage criminal defense cases from intake to disposition 2. Strong knowledge of California criminal procedure and court processes 3. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple cases and deadlines We are looking for a highly organized, dependable, and detail-oriented professional with prior criminal defense experience who can confidently manage cases from intake through resolution. Responsibilities Manage and maintain criminal defense case files from intake through disposition Communicate professionally with clients, attorneys, courts, opposing counsel, and other agencies Track court dates, deadlines, appearances, and case status Prepare and organize legal documents, notices, discovery, plea paperwork, and other case-related materials Review, organize, and maintain discovery Assist attorneys with case preparation and trial/hearing preparation Coordinate client appointments and attorney calendars Prepare and send client correspondence and case updates Communicate with courts, District Attorney’s offices, Probation, DMV, and other agencies as needed Maintain accurate case notes and records in the firm’s case management system Follow up on outstanding discovery, documents, court orders, and other case-related matters Assist with general administrative and paralegal duties as needed Qualifications Prior criminal defense experience required Case management and/or paralegal experience preferred Strong knowledge of California criminal procedure and court processes Familiarity with Sacramento County and/or surrounding California courts is a plus Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong organizational and time-management skills Ability to prioritize and manage multiple cases and deadlines Comfortable communicating with clients and handling sensitive/confidential information Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal case management software Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus Ideal Candidate The ideal candidate is someone who can hit the ground running, understands the demands of a busy criminal defense practice, takes ownership of their cases, and can work independently while remaining a strong team player.