Family Law Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Our law group is growing, and we are looking for a sharp family attorney who will zealously represent clients in all areas of family law. You’ll assist individuals in a variety of situations, such as navigating prenuptial agreements and attending court hearings for divorce, alimony/spousal support, and child support. The prime candidate will have experience with a range of sensitive legal issues such as child abuse, child custody, and domestic violence, and be able to maintain composure, negotiate, and argue effectively even in emotional and high-stress situations. If you are passionate about helping people navigate some of the most difficult challenges they may face in their lives, start your application today

Compensation:

$105,000 - $125,000+ yearly depending on experience

Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in court proceedings as needed
• Advocate on behalf of clients by understanding their needs, effectively analyzing the situation and forming a strategy for a plan of action
• Divide marital assets, including real estate, when necessary during divorce proceedings
• Maintain client files to ensure they are properly organized and up to date
• Work closely with paralegals and senior partners to ensure swift action through the civil litigation process

• 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

Qualifications:

• Ability to successfully represent both plaintiff and defendant sides of a case
• Candidates should be great negotiators and communicators, specifically in situations when emotions and stress are high

• Must be licensed to practice law in South Carolina and have 4+ years of family law experience

About Company

Collins Family & Elder Law Group is an established and growing regional law firm with 15 offices throughout North Carolina and South Carolina. We have built our firm around a simple principle: provide exceptional legal representation while treating clients with the responsiveness, compassion, and personal attention they deserve.

Our people are one of our greatest strengths. Many of our Partners, Senior Attorneys, Paralegals, and team members have been with the firm for five, ten, or more years. We value collaboration, professional growth, and giving talented people the opportunity to build meaningful, long-term careers with us.

Benefits include:

• Competitive compensation and performance-based bonus opportunities

• 401(k) with firm matching

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Long-term disability insurance

• Paid time off

• Retirement benefits

• Professional development and growth opportunities