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The United Firm | La Liga Defensora

Represents clients in immigration and criminal cases

In-House Ethics Attorney

Full-Time
$90k - $120k/yr
Mid
JD
Los Angeles, CA, USA
In Person
LegalLegal Counsel & Legal Support

About the job

Requirements
  • Must have a Juris Doctor degree
  • Strong understanding of legal ethics, professional responsibility, and regulatory requirements governing the practice of law
  • Commitment to upholding the highest standards of ethical conduct and integrity in all aspects of legal practice
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong problem solving and decision making skills
  • Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred, but not required
Responsibilities
  • Provide timely and accurate guidance to attorneys and staff on ethical issues arising in client matters, including conflicts of interest, confidentiality, and attorney-client privilege
  • Conduct thorough reviews of client matters to ensure compliance with ethical rules and regulations governing the practice of law, including state bar rules and regulations, ABA Model Rules of Professional Conduct, and immigration law standards
  • Develop and implement firm-wide policies and procedures to promote ethical conduct and compliance with legal and professional standards, including conflict-check procedures, confidentiality protocols, and client intake processes
  • Identify potential ethical risks and vulnerabilities within the firm's operations and client matters, and develop strategies to mitigate and manage those risks effectively
  • Provide guidance and advice to clients on ethical considerations related to their legal matters, including informed consent, confidentiality, and the duty of zealous representation
  • Monitor compliance with ethical standards and firm policies through regular audits, reviews, and assessments of attorney and staff conduct and client files
  • Advocate for ethical principles and professional standards within the firm and interactions with clients, opposing counsel, regulatory authorities, and other stakeholders

About the company

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The United Firm | La Liga Defensora

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The United Firm | La Liga Defensora represents individuals and families in immigration and criminal-defense matters. Its attorneys advise clients, prepare legal filings and appear in court, supported by legal assistants and administrative teams that coordinate documents, appointments and client communications. The practice serves clients through offices in multiple U.S. cities, combining local court experience with collaboration among attorneys across the firm. Its work includes immigration proceedings, criminal cases and legal issues that require coordination between those two practice areas. Established in 2015, the firm is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, and previously operated as The Matian Firm.

Company Size

1,001-5,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Koreatown, CA

Founded

2015

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What believers are saying

  • Administrative staff have health benefits: United's Austin assistant posting lists medical, dental and vision insurance plus a retirement plan.
  • Parking costs are covered in one attorney role: United's Los Angeles entry-level criminal-defense opening advertises paid parking.
  • Applicants awaiting admission are considered: United's entry-level attorney posting explicitly welcomes law graduates awaiting bar admission.

What critics are saying

  • Office support includes weekend requirements: United's administrative assistant application asks candidates about availability for weekend work.
  • Specialist litigation needs prior case experience: United's post-conviction opening asks for criminal-defense or immigration-law experience.
  • Some matters go to a separate firm: United assigns accident and workers' compensation cases to Windsor Troy Law.

What makes The United Firm | La Liga Defensora unique

  • Post-conviction work bridges practices: United's crimmigration team handles motions to vacate, expungements and matters involving criminal and immigration law.
  • Initial case review is free: United's website offers a free case review before clients pursue representation.
  • Community support has a named program: United lists its Immigrant Support Fund with Bet Tzedek among its supported initiatives.

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