Description:
Job Summary:Sierra Hägg Attorney at Law LLC is seeking a licensed Hawaiʻi attorney to join our established family-law practice in Hilo, Hawaiʻi.
This is an opportunity for an attorney who is looking to build or continue a career in family law while joining an established practice with an existing client base and a growing waitlist of prospective clients. Rather than starting from scratch and having to develop a book of business, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to step into active matters and begin working with clients right away.
About the Position:
The Associate Attorney will work directly with clients on a variety of family-law matters while collaborating with our legal and administrative team.
We are seeking an attorney who is compassionate, professional, organized, and committed to providing thoughtful and effective legal representation to individuals and families.
Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in family-law matters, including divorce, child custody, parenting time, child support, and related proceedings
- Conduct client consultations and maintain consistent communication with clients
- Draft pleadings, motions, declarations, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents
- Conduct legal research and prepare matters for hearings, mediation, and trial
- Appear in Hawaiʻi Family Court as needed
- Communicate and negotiate with opposing counsel
- Participate in mediation, settlement discussions, hearings, and other proceedings
- Manage an assigned caseload and associated deadlines
- Review and maintain accurate client and case files
- Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff
- Provide professional, compassionate, and responsive service to clients
- Maintain confidentiality and comply with all applicable professional and ethical obligations
Qualifications:
Required:
- Active license to practice law in the State of Hawaiʻi
- Member in good standing with the Hawaiʻi State Bar
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills
- Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines
- Strong attention to detail and professional judgment
- Ability to communicate effectively and compassionately with clients
Preferred:
- Previous family-law experience
- Experience practicing in Hawaiʻi Family Court
- Experience with hearings, mediation, negotiations, or trial preparation
- Ability to independently manage a caseload
- Interest in building a long-term career in family law
- Why Join Sierra Hägg Attorney at Law LLC?
Family law is personal. Our clients are often navigating some of the most significant and challenging periods of their lives. We believe effective representation requires strong legal knowledge, preparation, communication, and compassion.
As an established Hilo practice with existing demand for legal services and a waitlist of prospective clients, this position provides an opportunity to begin practicing and developing your caseload without the expectation that you immediately bring in your own book of business.
You will have the opportunity to:
- Join an established Hilo law practice
- Begin working with clients and active matters immediately
- Build your family-law experience through hands-on practice
- Develop meaningful relationships with clients
- Gain experience with Hawaiʻi Family Court matters
- Work alongside an established legal and administrative team
- Grow professionally within a developing practice
- Serve individuals and families throughout Hawaiʻi Island
Compensation:
$80,000–$130,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
Benefits and additional employment details will be discussed during the interview process.
Location:
Hilo, Hawaiʻi
The position requires the ability to meet with clients and appear in court in Hilo and throughout Hawaiʻi Island as needed.