Associate Attorney - Family Law

Overview


Boutique Family Law practice looking for a licensed attorney with 1-3 years of Family Law experience. The firm handles custody, visitation, support, protective orders, and all other aspects of Divorce, Domestic Violence, and Paternity cases. Applicant should be experienced in handling cases from initial client consultation through final trial. You will be expected to begin taking Family Law cases and Court appointments immediately. Duties include client interaction (initial interview, fact-gathering, phone/email/zoom contact with client), attend depositions, mediation, and hearings, trial preparation including extensive preparation of discovery requests and responses, preparation of cases, sending letters to opposing parties, preparation of legal documents, and requests for orders, meet and confer letters, calendaring deadlines, ensuring all deadlines are met, legal research, and coordinating with staff and attorneys.


As an associate attorney at the firm, you will manage your own cases while also providing support to the Partners on complex cases. We need a motivated person who will uphold the high standards of client service of the firm in addition to providing skilled legal representation. The ideal candidate has exceptional attention to detail and excellent writing abilities.


Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research using LexisNexis and Westlaw to support case strategies and legal opinions.
• Draft clear, precise legal documents including pleadings, contracts, memoranda, and correspondence.
• Assist in preparing for trial by organizing evidence, drafting discovery requests, and coordinating with clients and witnesses.
• Support attorneys in negotiating settlements and resolving disputes efficiently across various practice areas.
• Manage case files meticulously, ensuring all documentation complies with legal standards and deadlines.
• Participate in client meetings to gather information, provide updates, and clarify legal options.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of Family Law experience.
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school with active bar admission in relevant jurisdiction(s).
• Proficiency in legal research platforms such as LexisNexis.
• Strong writing skills with the ability to produce well-organized legal documents under tight deadlines.
• Experience with legal drafting and administrative tasks within a law office environment.
• Excellent negotiation skills with a proactive attitude toward resolving complex legal issues.
• Familiarity with litigation procedures and case management software is preferred. Join us to be part of a vibrant team committed to delivering exceptional legal services! We value energetic professionals eager to grow their expertise across multiple practice areas while making a meaningful impact for our clients. This paid position offers an engaging environment where your skills will be challenged and developed every day.

Pay: $89,960.27 - $108,339.26 per year


Work Location: In person