Description:
Palmer Family Law, PLLC is a boutique law firm with large-firm experience. Palmer Family Law values work-life balance while providing our clients with dedicated and focused legal counsel.Job Summary:
We are seeking a motivated and eager Associate Attorney with 3-5 years of experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in family law, specifically high asset or high conflict cases. An Associate at Palmer Family Law must have excellent communication and litigation skills, as well as a commitment to your clients. An Associate will work independently and be self-motivated, but will be mentored by a top-rated attorney.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee case timelines and critical deadlines to ensure strategic, organized case development.
- Prepare and draft pleadings, legal correspondence, and family law agreements.
- Advocate for clients in hearings and court proceedings with professionalism and strong litigation skills.
- Partner with legal support staff in a collaborative, respectful, and team-oriented environment.
- Maintain consistent communication with clients, providing updates, guidance, and responsive support throughout their case.
- Negotiate effectively with opposing counsel and parties, demonstrating a solutions-focused and professional approach.
Qualifications:
- Admission to the Colorado bar;
- 3-5 years of legal experience, preferably in family law;
- Strong understanding of legal principles and standard practice of family law in Colorado;
- Self-motivated;
- Excellent legal drafting skills with attention to detail;
- Strong communication skills;
- Litigation experience as the first-chair attorney.
