Benefits:- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Opportunity for advancement
Benefits/Perks- Careers Advancement Opportunities
- Flexible Scheduling
- Competitive Compensation
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Family Attorney to join our law firm. In this role, you will provide legal counsel, perform legal research, draft documents, and update and maintain files. Much of your time will be spent navigating sensitive legal issues such as child custody, divorce, child abuse, and domestic violence. You will work closely with administrative staff, other colleagues, and senior partners to provide excellent legal services to our clients. If you are a self-starter with experience in family law, we want to hear from you.
Responsibilities- Prepare contracts, briefs, motions, and other legal documents
- Conduct legal research
- Prepare for and attend legal proceedings
- Divide marital assets
- Provide legal counsel in conjunction with senior associates
- Negotiate on behalf of clients
- Maintain detailed and accurate client records
- Supervise paralegals and administrative assistants
Qualifications- Successful completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school and bar exam
- Active member of the American Bar Association (ABA)
- Ability to represent both plaintiffs and defendants
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Familiarity with Microsoft Office suite
- Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills
- Ability to collaborate with colleagues to best serve clients