Description:
Our busy law firm is growing and we are looking for talent that works hard to represent our family law clients well. If you are looking for an ideal position where you can work independently, and manage your own caseload, but have the resources and support of a legal team, look no further! The ideal candidate would be an attorney who is not afraid of the courtroom and has great interpersonal skills.Responsibilities:
- Manage own caseload
- Advise clients by weighing available options toward a successful outcome and plan a course of action
- Analyze client needs, identify solutions, and determine case strategies
- Work closely with and provide leadership to administrative staff concerning client billing, client meetings and invoicing, as well as finalizing client projects
- Complete legal research and prepare motions, pleadings, and briefs
- Argue motions in court on behalf of clients during legal proceedings
- Prepare various legal documents, such as motions, pleadings, briefs, and correspondence
Qualifications:
- Must have courtroom experience arguing motions, trying cases, arguing motions, etc.
- Communication, problem-solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and public speaking skills required
- Successful completion of accredited law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree with 2 years of related experience
- Must be able to handle heavy caseload with little supervision
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite is necessary
