Associate Attorney

Ascendion; Lafayette (LA); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical and Dental benefits

Flexible schedule

Paid time off (PTO) + Vacation

Descripción de la vacante

Ascendion is seeking an Associate Attorney in Louisiana with 1+ year of family law experience to join our team. The role requires representing clients in trials, mediation, and arbitration, with strong writing and oral advocacy skills. You must be licensed and in good standing in Louisiana.

This position offers a competitive salary and full benefits. Responsibilities include preparing for and attending trials, staying current on state and federal laws, performing research, and drafting motions

Formación

• 1+ years of family law experience.
• Experience representing clients in trials, mediation, and arbitration.
• Licensed to practice in Louisiana and in good standing.
• Strong time management and written/verbal communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Prepare for and attend trials, mediation, and arbitration for clients.
• Stay updated on applicable local, state, and federal laws.
• Conduct legal research and draft motions, pleadings, and briefs.
• Argue motions in court on behalf of clients.

Conocimientos

1+ years of family law

Trial/mediation/arbitration

Time management

Writing & verbal communication

Descripción del empleo

We are an Award Winning Law Firm, specializing in Family Law and Commercial litigation. We are looking for an Associate Attorney to join our team. Specifically, we are looking for someone who has 1+ years of experience.

Requirements:

• 1+ years of family law experience
• Prior experience representing clients in trials, mediation, and arbitration
• Exceptional time management and interpersonal skills are desired, as are exceptional writing and verbal communication skills
• Licensed and in good standing in Louisiana

Responsibilities:

• Anticipate, prepare for, and attend trials, mediation, and arbitration on behalf of clients
• Stay updated on changing applicable laws and statutes on the local, state, and federal levels
• Complete legal research and prepare motions, pleadings, and briefs
• Argue motions in court on behalf of clients during legal proceedings
• Perform research, draft briefs, pleadings, and motions

The annual salary for this position is between 70k-90k. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Full Benefits offered - Medical, Dental, etc. Flexible work schedule + PTO + Vacation time