Attorney/Lawyer

Family Law Attorney – Creve Coeur, MissouriStange Law Firm, PC has an immediate opening for a motivated attorney to join our St. Louis-area headquarters in Creve Coeur, Missouri.At Stange Law Firm, attorneys do far more than research and paperwork. You will manage cases, work directly with clients, negotiate settlements, appear in court, conduct hearings and trials, and help families navigate some of the most important and difficult moments of their lives.Family law experience is preferred but not required. We welcome experienced family law attorneys as well as litigators interested in developing a rewarding career in domestic relations law.Why Join Stange Law Firm?Competitive Base Salary and Additional Earning Potential$90,000–$120,000 base salary, depending on experienceThe advertised salary range is base salary and does not include potential bonusesAdditional discretionary productivity bonuses and incentive compensationSigning bonus availableAttorney referral bonusesClient referral bonusesClearly defined annual billable-hour goal of 1,500 hoursExceptional Health and Retirement BenefitsThe firm pays 95–99% of the employee's health-insurance premium under available plans, depending on the stateHealth Savings Account optionsDental and vision insurance401(k) plan with employer matchingRoth IRA optionOptional accident, critical illness, disability, and life-insurance plansFlexibility and Paid Time Off36 scheduled work-from-home days annually, in addition to paid time offPaid vacationFive paid sick daysThree paid personal daysNine paid holidaysPaid birthday leaveCourtroom Experience and Professional DevelopmentMeaningful courtroom and litigation experienceResponsibility for cases from inception through resolutionDirect client contactMentorship and attorney-development programsEmployer-paid bar dues and continuing legal education expensesMalpractice insurance providedCompany-issued laptop and cellphoneDefined opportunities for advancement into Senior Associate and leadership positionsA firm culture that promotes from withinStange Advocacy InstituteWe believe attorneys should never stop developing their legal skills. Through the Stange Advocacy Institute, attorneys receive ongoing practical training designed to help them become stronger counselors, negotiators, writers, litigators, and courtroom advocates.The firm conducts periodic Weekend Advocacy Intensives focused on skills that attorneys use in their daily practices, including:Courtroom and trial advocacyPreparation for hearings, depositions, and trialsLegal research, analysis, and persuasive writingEvidence and examination of witnessesDiscovery and case preparationNegotiation and settlement strategyClient counseling and communicationCase strategy and organizationProfessional responsibility and ethicsLeadership and law-practice managementThese programs are designed to help newer attorneys develop their abilities more quickly while allowing experienced attorneys to sharpen advanced advocacy, case-management, and leadership skills.Established Firm SupportStange Law Firm provides strong marketing and consistent client demand. Attorneys are supported by experienced paralegals and legal assistants, along with established intake, accounting, billing, collections, human resources, information technology, marketing, and administrative teams.This support allows attorneys to concentrate on practicing law, serving clients, managing cases, and developing their litigation skills.Position ResponsibilitiesThe attorney will:Manage family law matters from inception through resolutionAdvise and communicate regularly with clientsDraft pleadings, motions, judgments, orders, discovery, and legal correspondenceConduct legal research and analysisPrepare clients and witnesses for depositions, hearings, mediation, and trialAttend court appearances, conferences, mediations, hearings, and trialsNegotiate settlements and advocate effectively for clientsCommunicate professionally with opposing counsel, court personnel, experts, and third partiesMaintain organized and accurate case filesComplete assignments and work product accurately and timelyRecord billable time consistently in accordance with firm policiesWork collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and firm leadershipParticipate in professional-development and internal attorney-training programsThe attorney will handle matters involving divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, guardianship, estate planning, and other legal issues affecting families.QualificationsSuccessful candidates will possess:A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law schoolAn active Missouri law license in good standingStrong written and oral communication skillsEffective courtroom, negotiation, and advocacy skillsThe ability to manage cases, deadlines, and client expectations professionallyStrong attention to detail and organizational skillsA commitment to excellent client serviceThe ability to work effectively as part of a professional teamA commitment to continued learning and professional developmentFamily law experience is preferred but not required. Attorneys with litigation experience in other practice areas who are interested in transitioning into family law are encouraged to apply.Senior Associate opportunities may be available for candidates with five or more years of relevant litigation experience.About Stange Law FirmStange Law Firm, PC is one of the nation's largest family law firms, with offices across multiple states and continued expansion into new markets. The firm provides attorneys with the opportunity to develop substantial experience in a practice area that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of clients and families.Attorneys at the firm have been recognized by Super Lawyers, Lead Counsel, Missouri Lawyers Media, and other professional organizations. Firm attorneys also regularly present continuing legal education programs for bar associations and national legal-education providers.If you are seeking a long-term opportunity with an established and growing law firm that offers competitive base compensation, exceptional health benefits, courtroom experience, practical attorney training, professional support, mentorship, and advancement opportunities, we encourage you to apply.