Description:
An established, successful law firm in McKinney, Texas is seeking an associate attorney who is interested in getting real-life experience in a rapidly-growing family law firm. Our firm's motto is “Hope. Heal. Thrive.” and we focus on using the law to help people find hope again, heal from the trauma of the court system and legal battle, and move on to thrive in life. We offer a warm, friendly work environment with remote working opportunities.The ideal candidate will possess the following:
- 0-3 years of experience as a family law attorney
- Active member of the State Bar of Texas in good standing
- Operates with integrity
- Hunger for court room experience
- Strong reading, writing, editing, and organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Independent and goal driven
- Demonstrates compassion and empathy towards clients and coworkers
- Advocates for clients and is focused on effective and expeditious settlement
- Adheres to high quality professional standards and committed to following the Texas Lawyer's Creed
- Eager to learn and sharpen advocacy skills
Other skills that will be considered:
- Bilingual:
- Coursework in family law and mediation
- Experience and comfort in another area of law in addition to family law
- Court clerkships
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Consulting with potential new clients
- Devise strategies
- Draft, finalize and customize pleadings, discovery and other legal documents
- Communicate with opposing counsel, court personnel, and others in a professional and respectful manner while advocating for our clients
- Attending pre-trial hearings as assigned by managing attorney
- Lead generation through networking
