DUI Criminal Defense Attorney: San Bernardino & Riverside County
90k - 120k to Start - Full and Part Time Available.
We are seeking an additional full-time or part-time Criminal Defense Lawyer to join our team. This position is primarily courtroom work. The role covers a DUI criminal defense caseload primarily throughout San Bernardino and Riverside Counties, with a few Los Angeles County appearances. You must be willing to commute to all courthouses within both counties.
Responsibilities
Serve under the direction of a Pod Leader (a senior paralegal) who manages client assignments within the Pod consistent and proactive communication with clients using firm-approved systems (email, SMS, written correspondence)
Keep timely and accurate file notes in accordance with firm protocols. Appear in court on behalf of clients for arraignments, pretrials, motions, second chair at trial, and other proceedings. Conduct legal research and draft and file motions as necessary. Collaborate with internal teams across administration, marketing, and intake to ensure a seamless client experience. Plus any and all duties assigned to the attorney. Weekly phone conferences with current clients that have scheduled a phone conference.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Performance in this role is measured by: Being dependable and not calling off work. Showing up to court on time. Consistent and quality client communication. Timeliness and preparedness for all court appearances. Efficient and timely resolution of case files. 100% job attendance with zero call offs is your goal. The ability to work well with others. Bad attitudes not tolerated.
Flexibility Requirement
This position WILL require non-negotiable after-hours or weekend, consisting of short consultations (15–30 minutes max) with potential new clients. As such, schedule flexibility is required. Some weekends we get zero calls and some weekends we get 5-6 new calls.
Qualifications
Must be an active Bar member,’ experience working in a law firm environment, preferably in criminal defense. Strong written, verbal, and public speaking communication skills. Excellent analytical and organizational abilities. Able to manage a full caseload independently while working within a team-based structure
Complete Compensation Package
$90,000 - $120,000 yearly. Included in the compensation package are; 5 paid holidays. New Year Day, Christmas Day, 4th of July, Thanksgiving Day, Labor Day. Starting in 2026, you will be front loaded 5 days of sick time. 2 weeks paid vacation after 12 months of employment. . $500.00 monthly gas reimbursement.
Conclusion
We want our clients to be satisfied with their choice of firm, not just with their choice of attorney. Our client service and support staff are dedicated to making the experience of retaining an attorney as smooth as possible and ensuring that no client ever has a question or concern that goes unanswered. It doesn’t matter how good an attorney is if they don’t pay close attention to the wants and needs of the client. We want to make sure that each of our clients is as happy with the experience they have with our firm as they are with the ultimate result of their case.
