Associate

DescriptionA well established Massachusetts law firm in Natick is seeking an experienced Family Law Associate to join its growing domestic relations practice. This attorney will handle a diverse caseload involving divorce, custody, support, modifications, paternity matters, and related probate and family court litigation. The ideal candidate is a confident litigator with strong client management skills and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a busy team.Key Responsibilities• Manage all phases of family law matters, including intake, strategy development, discovery, motion practice, settlement negotiation, and trial preparation.• Represent clients in Massachusetts Probate & Family Court hearings, trials, and conferences.• Draft pleadings, motions, financial statements, agreements, discovery responses, and correspondence.• Conduct legal research and provide guidance to clients on complex domestic relations issues.• Work closely with partners, paralegals, and staff to ensure high-quality client service.• Maintain organized case files and meet all court and statutory deadlines.• Participate in mediation, conciliation, and alternate dispute resolution proceedings as needed.Qualifications• J.D. from an accredited law school.• 5–8 years of substantive family law experience in Massachusetts.• Admission and good standing with the Massachusetts Bar.• Strong courtroom experience and familiarity with Probate & Family Court procedures.• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload with minimal supervision.• Strong interpersonal skills and a client-focused approach.• Comfort working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.Preferred Skills• Experience with complex asset division, business valuation issues, and high-conflict custody matters.• Mediation or conciliator training (a plus, not required).• Familiarity with case management systems (Clio, PracticeMaster, or similar).RequirementsDepositions, Draft Motions, Civil Litigation Experience, Civil Litigation, Licensed Attorney, Family LawJob typePerm