Description:
A Modesto, California Family Law & Immigration Law Attorney is looking for a family law attorney to join our firm. This position expect the attorney to be able to research and develop case information, evidence, and settlement options; track cases; handle trial preparations with senior attorney; work with paralegals/legal assistants, document preparation and court appearances.Primary Responsibilities:
- Keeps cases on track with organized files; monitoring calendars; meeting deadlines; documenting actions; researching case law; inputting information into file database and case management software; confirming case status with support staff and communicating regularly with clients.
- Executes case strategy with senior attorneys, paralegals, clients and support staff.
- Manages high level/high asset and conflict cases by maintaining contact with people involved in the case; preparing for depositions; reviewing standard court documents; drafting letters; writing and reviewing discovery; dictating responses to opposing counsel; generating status reports.
- Keeps clients informed by maintaining contact; communicating case progress.
- Maintains case costs by verifying outstanding balances with clients, and essential staff.
- Supports case planning by preparing case summaries and materials for mediation conferences; preparing pleadings; monitoring discovery responses; organizing materials for team case review.
- Is involved with trial proceedings working with support staff in organizing evidence; preparing exhibits; scheduling witnesses; ensuring that witnesses are ready/prepared when needed.
- Attends business development and networking functions with firm leadership and solo.
Education/Training: Undergraduate & J.D. Required.
Required Skills:
Working as a family law attorney at Evans Law Group APC requires strong organization and communication skills. Attention to detail and being self-motivated is extremely important. This position may be required to perform occasional heavy lifting of file boxes and documents. Reporting, research, legal administration, litigation knowledge, client relations, organization, planning, attention to detail, confidentiality, and dependability are all a must. Traveling to and from hearings in various counties is required. Ability to work at both offices (Martinez and Modesto) is preferred.
Required Experience:
Must be currently active with the California State Bar Association without disciplinary actions. Open to attorneys who have recently passed the Bar exam.
