Description:
We are looking to hire a family attorney who is fiercely passionate about representing clients facing some of the most challenging times in their lives. The ideal candidate would be adept at preparing necessary legal documents in connection with family law agreements, initiating and finalizing divorces, alimony/spousal support, child support, child custody and visitation, protective orders and military divorce.Litigation or non-litigation track available.
Ideal position for an attorney seeking mentorship and flexibility.
Responsibilities:
- Engage in strategy review sessions with our clients to understand the facts and goals to prepare a case plan for each client
- Communicate with clients and discuss options, strategies and solutions at key junctures of their case so they understand their options and make informed decisions
- Prepare Family Law documents and pleadings; such as, petitions, responses, judicial forms, divorce orders, temporary and final orders, child support orders, child support worksheets, motions, replies, mediation, trial briefs, trial preparation, trial binders etc.
- Prepare clients for hearings and trials
- Attend hearings, and trials
- Excellent client relations
- Comfortable with handling a high volume of cases
- Highly developed organizational ability
Requirements:
- At least one year of experience as a family law experience preferred
- Licensed to practice in the state of Virginia
- Comfortable learning to use case management software
- Ethical, accountable, professional, and compassionate
