Associate Attorney

About the Position

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Associate Attorney to join our growing legal team. The ideal candidate will have courtroom experience, strong legal advocacy skills, and a background in family law.

We are open to candidates with varying levels of legal experience. However, preference will be given to attorneys who have been actively practicing for a few years and have developed practical litigation and courtroom experience.

This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney who enjoys working directly with clients, collaborating with colleagues, handling diverse legal matters, and actively participating in the firm's day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in court proceedings, hearings, and other litigation matters.
• Manage cases across various practice areas, with a required background in family law.
• Conduct legal research, prepare pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
• Develop case strategies and provide sound legal advice to clients.
• Handle client consultations, communications, and case updates.
• Prepare for trials, hearings, depositions, and settlement negotiations.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to manage cases effectively.
• Maintain accurate case files and meet deadlines and billing requirements.
• Contribute to the firm's daily operations and team-oriented work environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active license and good standing with the applicable State Bar.
• Prior experience practicing law; candidates straight out of law school are not the primary target.
• Family law practice experience is required.
• Comfortable representing clients in court and handling courtroom proceedings.
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and competing priorities.
• Strong client-service skills and the ability to work collaboratively within a legal team