Family Law Attorney in Lake Forest, Illinois

Job Description

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Junior Family Law Attorney is needed ASAP in the Northern Suburbs - Lake Forest! Will train for newly licensed attorney interested in family law.

Our client is seeking a motivated Junior Family Law Attorney to support a busy family law practice. This role is ideal for an attorney with early-career experience who is looking to build hands-on expertise in family law matters, including divorce, child custody, support, visitation, and related domestic relations issues. Based on general knowledge.

Key Responsibilities

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• Assist with a caseload involving family law matters such as divorce, custody, child support, spousal support, and domestic violence cases. Based on general knowledge.
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• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and other legal documents. Based on general knowledge.
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• Support case preparation for hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and trials. Based on general knowledge.
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• Communicate with clients to gather information, provide case updates, and help manage expectations throughout the legal process. Based on general knowledge.
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• Attend court appearances, depositions, and mediations as needed under attorney supervision or independently, depending on experience level. Based on general knowledge.
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• Collaborate with senior attorneys and legal support staff to develop case strategy and maintain accurate case files. Based on general knowledge.
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• Ensure compliance with court deadlines, filing requirements, and ethical obligations. Based on general knowledge.
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Qualifications

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• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. Based on general knowledge.
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• Active license to practice law in the applicable state and good standing with the state bar. Based on general knowledge.
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• 1+ years of legal experience, with exposure to family law preferred. Based on general knowledge.
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• Strong legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. Based on general knowledge.
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• Ability to manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment with strong attention to detail. Based on general knowledge.
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• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work with clients in emotionally sensitive situations. Based on general knowledge.
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Preferred Qualifications

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• Internship, clerkship, or prior experience in family law. Based on general knowledge.
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• Familiarity with court rules, case management systems, and family law procedures. Based on general knowledge.
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• Demonstrated communication, adaptability, and critical thinking skills. Based on general knowledge.
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