Family Law Associate

Job Description

The Law Offices of Thomas Stahl is a boutique family law and estate planning firm based in Columbia, MD. We're seeking an associate attorney to join our collaborative, fast-paced practice and help deliver high-quality representation to our clients.

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About the Role:

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We're looking for a candidate with litigation experience, ideally in family law. Experience in estate planning, probate, or estate litigation is a strong plus.

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Responsibilities:

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• Manage a caseload spanning family law, estate planning, guardianship, probate, and estate litigation.
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• Draft motions, pleadings, discovery requests, financial statements, and other legal documents.
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• Take depositions and affidavits of clients and witnesses.
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• Conduct and analyze legal research.
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• Manage shifting timelines and competing priorities across multiple active cases.
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• Set and manage client expectations throughout the representation.
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• Support other case types as needed.
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Qualifications:

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• Admission to the Maryland Bar required; DC Bar admission a plus.
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• Minimum 1 year of litigation experience, preferably in family law.
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• Experience with estate planning, guardianships, probate, or estate litigation a plus.
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• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
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• Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
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• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
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• Experience with case management software, Clio preferred.
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• Proven ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines simultaneously.
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Benefits:

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• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
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• Employer-matching retirement plan.
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• Paid holidays.
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