Employment Opportunities for Students and Alumni

 

Posted 6/3/26

DEFENSE ATTORNEY I/II/III/IV

Position Description

Annual Salaries:
Defense Attorney I:: $78,260 - $99,892 Annually
Defense Attorney II: $91,338 - $116,584 Annually
Defense Attorney III: $109,590 - $139,854 Annually

Defense Attorney IV: $128,258 - $163,722 Annually 

  

Scheduled Salary Increase:

Effective 6/22/26:

2% increase for Defense Attorney I/II/III/IV

 

The Fresno County Public Defender's Office invites applications for the position of Defense Attorney I/II/III/IV, including opportunities focusing on the intersection of criminal and immigration issues as an Immigration Defense Attorney I/II/III/IV (view flyer (Download PDF reader)).

 

The Public Defender's Office is dedicated to the full and fair representation of all persons in the community who cannot afford legal counsel and are in danger of being deprived of a liberty interest due to a criminal accusation or other statutorily defined state action.  It is the goal of the Public Defender's Office to protect every client's constitutional rights, to defend against discriminatory treatment and disproportionate punishment, and to ensure that no one who is innocent is ever wrongfully convicted.  The Public Defender's Office provides all mandated legal services in an efficient and cost-effective manner while holding themselves to the highest professional and ethical standards.

SPECIALIZATION INCENTIVE  

A Defense Attorney who completes certification through the California Bar as a Criminal Law Specialist shall receive $274 per pay period in addition to their normal pay.

PERFORMANCE ALLOWANCE – DEFENSE ATTORNEY II/III/IV/SENIOR Defense Attorney II/III/IV/Seniors who are demonstrating exemplary performance in a “specialized” assignment may receive an allowance as detailed below as determined by the Public Defender:

• Death Penalty Unit – $400.00 per pay period  
• Major Crimes Unit (Homicide & Sexual Assault) – $300.00 per pay period  
• Domestic Violence and Felony Unit – $150.00 per pay period

Samples of Duties

Defense Attorney I:

• Receives orientation to the operations, processes and procedures of the Public Defender's Office.
• Performs legal research and investigation in the preparation of cases for court.
• Prepares briefs.
• May present a full range of misdemeanor cases in court upon assignment.
• Performs other work as required.

Defense Attorney II:

• Acts as defense counsel in criminal cases of average difficulty.
• Interviews and advises defendants and witnesses.
• Studies, interprets and applies laws, court decisions and other legal authorities in the preparation of cases and briefs.
• Prepares pleadings and other papers in connection with suits, trials, hearings and other legal proceedings.

Defense Attorney III:

• Acts as defense counsel in major criminal cases.
• Interviews and advises clients and witnesses.
• Studies, interprets, and applies laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities in the preparation of cases and briefs.
• Prepares pleadings and other papers in connection with suits, trials, hearings, and other legal proceedings.
• May occasionally assign, review, and coordinate the professional legal work of lower level attorneys.

Defense Attorney IV:

• Acts as defense counsel in complex and sensitive criminal cases.
• Interviews and advises clients and witnesses.
• Studies, interprets, and applies laws, court decisions, and other legal authorities in the preparation of cases and briefs.
• Prepares pleadings and other papers in connection with suits, trials, hearings, and other legal proceedings.
• Assigns, reviews, and coordinates the professional legal work of lower level attorneys.
• Does advanced legal research under only policy guidance.

Minimum Qualifications

Defense Attorney I: Membership in the State Bar of California.

License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Defense Attorney II: Membership in the State Bar of California.

Experience: One year of experience in professional legal work or full-time law clerk experience. The latter must be experience which is acceptable to the Public Defender.

License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Defense Attorney III: Membership in the State Bar of California.

Experience: Two years of experience in professional legal work, including one year with primary emphasis as a trial attorney in criminal law, or full-time law clerk experience. The latter must be experience which is acceptable to the Public Defender.

License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License. Defense Attorney IV: Membership in the State Bar of California.

Experience: Three years of professional legal work, including two years with primary emphasis as a trial attorney in criminal law, or full-time law clerk experience. The latter must be experience which is acceptable to the Public Defender.

License: Possession of a valid California Driver's License.

HOW TO APPLY:Qualified applicants may submit a completed application and resume to:

Suzanne Galindo-Luna, Executive Assistant
PublicDefenderHR@fresnocountyca.gov
Public Defender's Office
2135 Fresno Street, Suite 100
Fresno, CA 93721

PLEASE CLICK HERE FOR PDF VERSION OF FRESNO COUNTY APPLICATION

Apply immediately; application materials will be reviewed until positions are filled.The Public Defender's Office hours are Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., excluding holidays. For additional information, please call (559) 600-1581.REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS:

• A complete, accurate Fresno County employment application must be submitted and shall include:
  • All education and work experience to demonstrate the applicant meets the minimum qualifications.
  • A valid driver's license number.
  • A valid Bar Number that is active, in good standing, in the State Bar of California. 
• Resume or Curriculum Vitae 

Please Note:

• Incomplete or inaccurate applications will be disqualified. 
• Submissions must be received by the closing date and time of this recruitment. Amendments will not be accepted after the filing deadline. 

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS:

Positions in this classification are in Medical Group I – Light Physical Activity (Personnel Rule 8). This group includes positions which require only light physical effort and may include lifting of small, light objects and some bending, stooping, squatting, twisting, and reaching. Considerable walking or standing may be involved.

 

The County of Fresno is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to applicants as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Fair Employment and Housing Act (FEHA). Qualified individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application, examination, or selection process may contact Human Resources at (559) 600-1830 at least five days prior to the scheduled date or deadline. 

 

Eligible candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation. 

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The County of Fresno is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Fresno County to provide employment opportunity for all qualified persons. All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, or denial of medical family care leave, or any other non-job-related factor. 

 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

 

Posted 6/10/26

Attorney

Trusts & Estates Attorney

Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss, Monterey County’s leading AV-rated law firm has an opening for an experienced trusts and estates attorney. The position is part of our growing estate planning, conservatorship, litigation and trust/estate administration practice. Responsibilities include drafting estate plans, administering trusts, probates, conservatorships, and related matters.

Employment & Litigation Attorney

Our firm is looking for an attorney with a background in employment law and litigation. The ideal candidate will have experience in employment law, litigation, defending civil
court and administrative agency claims against employers, and advising employers.

Business & Real Estate Attorney

We are also recruiting an attorney with experience in business and real estate law. Responsibilities include corporate governance, entity formation, mergers and acquisitions, real estate transactions, and contract review and negotiation, along with handling general corporate matters for a diverse client base.

Candidates must have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school and must have excellent academic credentials and be an active member of the State Bar of California. Ideal candidates will possess exceptional organizational, verbal, writing, analytical and interpersonal skills and have an upbeat, team-focused approach to their law practice. Experience working independently with clients and a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain client relationships is preferred.

We offer a high-level practice and collegial atmosphere with competitive salary and benefits, and our billable hours requirements are reasonable. The position will primarily be based in our Salinas office.

Benefits:
 Medical, dental, and vision insurance
 Flexible medical and dependent care savings account
 401k Plan (with matching contribution)
 Life insurance
 Disability insurance
 Professional liability insurance
 Professional association dues (State Bar/National Bar/County Bar)
 CLE for attorneys and paralegals

Salary Range: $115,000—$225,000 per year depending on experience, with bonus opportunities

Work Location: In person

Please visit our website at www.nheh.com/careers or send resume and cover letter to recruiting@nheh.com.

Posted 6/23/26

Associate Attorney

Apply: Send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to lauren@teuklaw.com.

The Opportunity

I’m a solo plaintiff-side employment lawyer in Los Angeles, and I’m hiring a full-time litigation associate. My firm represents employees in discrimination, sexual harassment, wage theft, and whistleblower cases, handling both individual matters and wage-and-hour class actions. I only represent employees, never employers. The work is genuinely interesting and frequently involves cutting-edge issues, and we often partner with nonprofits and labor unions. You can see our work at www.teuklaw.com.

What You’ll Actually Do

• Draft complaints, discovery, and motions (and argue those motions in court)

• Take and defend depositions

• Meet with clients and interview witnesses

• Attend mediations, and assist with trials and arbitration hearings

• Draft appellate papers (I serve on CELA’s Amicus Committee, so strong writers will have opportunities for appellate work)

• Once you’re ready, manage all aspects of your cases (with support from me)

Who We’re Looking For

• 0–5 years of experience: litigation experience is a plus, but I’ll consider anyone in that range

• An active California bar license (or waiting for Bar results)

• A strong researcher and writer

• A commitment to social justice

• Comfortable with conflict. Litigation involves it, so this isn’t the role for someone who is conflict-averse

• Comfortable with technology and data (we look at a lot of time and pay records)

• Willing to network and bring in new cases

• Spanish fluency is a plus, but not required

What We Offer

• $85,000–$120,000 starting salary, depending on experience

• Discretionary bonuses when we recover fees

• A percentage of fees on any case you bring to the firm

• Three weeks of paid vacation

• 10 paid holidays plus two paid floating holidays

• 401(k) (eligible after one year)

• Assistance with health insurance premiums

• Funded professional development (I’ll pay for conferences and activities that interest you)

• Encouragement to speak and write on employment issues; I’m a frequent speaker and will push opportunities your way

• A great Pasadena corner office with lots of natural light, right across from Urth Caffe

• Casual, comfortable dress • No billable hours requirement, low case volume

Why This Work?

You’ll get hands-on responsibility and real courtroom experience early, with direct mentorship from me. We fight for employees against the employers that wronged them; work that actually matters, on cases worth caring about.

Not for You If

• You’re looking for remote work - this is an in-person role in our Pasadena office

• You’re very conflict-averse

• You’d rather keep your head down than ever bring in a case of your own

How to Apply

Send a cover letter, resume, and writing sample to lauren@teuklaw.com. The writing sample should be something you wrote that hasn’t been edited by someone else (or only lightly edited).