Family Law Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

We're seeking a passionate Family Law Attorney to join our dynamic team at Collins Family & Elder Law Group. You'll be part of a fast-growing firm that prides itself on innovation, collaboration, and a deep commitment to our clients. Our team values ethical, professional, and trustworthy members who are fierce advocates for families. You'll enjoy a supportive work environment with ample opportunities for career growth, competitive compensation, and a strong work-life balance. Our benefits package includes retirement plans, health insurance, and bonus opportunities.

In this role, you'll collaborate with fellow attorneys and staff in a client-focused, team-driven atmosphere. Your ability to communicate with clarity and empathy will be crucial as you work closely with clients. We seek individuals with initiative, problem-solving skills, and a drive for excellence. Your contributions will not go unnoticed, as we celebrate and reward hard work and dedication. Ready to make a difference with us? Apply by submitting your resume and cover letter, including a memorable book or movie you've encountered recently and what made it stand out to you.

$100,000+ yearly DOE

• Help effectively solve legal problems for clients by analyzing the situation, understanding their needs, and creating a strategic plan of action
• Draft pleadings, motions, contracts, and marital settlement agreements, handle the division of marital assets, judgments, and orders for family law cases
• Attend court proceedings as needed to ensure effective representation of clients
• Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals to effectively move files through the civil litigation process
• Consult with potential clients to ascertain their needs and decide on the next steps
• Engage in matter management to ensure timely progress in all cases
• Confirm all work is consistently quality-reviewed for case law and written content/clarity

• License to practice law in South Carolina
• 4+ years of experience working in a law firm on family law issues, with sufficient experience to work independently on certain cases and retain new clients
• Experience with billing and keeping track of billable time on cases
• Great negotiation and communication skills, particularly in stressful and emotional situations
• Team-oriented, flexible, organized, and willing to work across office locations when needed is a plus
• Self-starter who will take the proactive initiative to complete priorities on a daily basis
• Ability to creatively problem-solve and come up with workable solutions, figure things out on your own
• Must be willing to travel locally around Charleston and Beaufort, as well as the surrounding area, for mediations, depositions, and court

Collins Family & Elder Law Group is a growing family law and estate planning firm serving clients across North Carolina and South Carolina. We are looking for a highly organized, proactive marketing professional to help manage the firm’s day-to-day marketing, reputation, content, local visibility, and attorney-support efforts.

This is not a “post on Facebook once in a while” role. We need someone who can keep the marketing machine moving, coordinate with vendors, help protect and strengthen the firm’s reputation, and make sure our attorneys, offices, and practice areas are consistently visible to the right clients.

Benefits:

• 401(k) and 401(k) matching
• Dental, Health, Life, Vision, and Long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan