Associate Attorney

MLB & Associates; Orlando (FL); Remote; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join MLB & Associates, a growing family law firm in Orlando, as an Associate Attorney. This full-time role requires a minimum of 3 years of experience in family law and the ability to manage your caseload effectively while providing high-quality representation. Be part of a supportive team dedicated to helping clients through difficult times.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in family law.
• Knowledge of drafting Child Support Guidelines and Alimony Guidelines.
• Experience in fast-paced law firms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Draft motions, prepare for hearings and trials, conduct legal research.
• Attend meetings, mediations, depositions, and evidentiary hearings.
• Manage a caseload effectively.

Skills

Resourcefulness

Self-motivation

Organization

Job description

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Recruiting Specialist--Let our team help build yours!

We are an entrepreneurial family law firm thatis on track for aggressive growth,and we need an experienced family law associate to join our team and work directly with the managing attorney and the support the team to helpour clients.

We want to be known for helping our clients during an extremely emotional process feeling as though they are a better person, in a better position, and that they had a team behind them that cared for them. We are growing fast, and we need an associate attorney who can hit the ground running.

This position will be responsible for important work, including:

• Drafting motions
• Review Good Faith Demand letters for compliance with discovery
• Review drafts of motions to compel
• Conducting legal research and preparing memorandums of law
• Preparing for hearings and trials
• Attending evidentiary hearings and trials
• Attending mediations with clients
• Attending depositions with clients
• Conducting depositions of opposing parties and witnesses
• Drafting Objections to Discovery
• Reviewing and Drafting Requests for Discovery
• Drafting Final Judgments, Settlement Agreement, and Parenting Plans
• Attend team meetings

If the statements below appeal to you,then you may be our next associate attorney!

• You are resourceful
• You are a self-starter and highly motivated
• You are an organized person
• Your middle name is “No Drama”
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in FAMILY LAW.
• Knowledge and experience with drafting Child Support Guidelines, Alimony Guidelines, and Equitable Distribution worksheets.

We love to help people learn and grow. But we don’t have the time for that right now. We need an associate attorney with experience in family law or working in fast-paced law firms. The ideal candidate will be able to take initiative on work that needs to be done and complete tasks with minimal hand-holding.

This is a full-time job where you are expected to manage a caseload, so you absolutely must be able to work 40 hours per week remotely and live locally to Central Florida. During the first year of employment, the pay will be $85,000/yr, (or $100,000/yr for 5+years of experience) with opportunities for increase after that. There is an opportunity for bonus compensation for those who can demonstrate their profitability.

HOW TO APPLY:

Prepare a cover letter with no more than TWO paragraphs and a closing sentence. In the first paragraph explain what you believe are the 3 most important qualities needed in someone who works with family law clients and why you believe they are the most important qualities. In the second paragraph, explain why you applied to this particular ad. As a closing sentence please write, “I have read the instructions contained in the job posting and have followed the instructions.”

Do not send your resume through this website. Email your resume and cover letter in PDF format to [e-mail]. The subject line of the email should your last name (all caps), followed by the position you are applying for in lower case, followed by one word that you would use to describe yourself in all caps.[For example: SMITHparalegal AWESOME]

We look forward to reviewing your application.

APPLICATIONS RECEIVED THROUGH THIS SYSTEM AND THAT DO NOT FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

KPI for associate attorney:

• Measurement: Weekly and monthly tracking of billable hours to ensure the attorney is meeting or exceeding the target.
• Why It Matters: Billable hours are a direct indicator of productivity and profitability.

2. Case Management and Resolution

• Target: Efficient management and timely resolution of cases within the expected timeframes.
• Measurement: Track the number of cases handled and closed each month, including the time taken from inception to closure.
• Why It Matters: Ensures the attorney is effectively managing their caseload and contributing to client satisfaction and firm revenue.

3. Document Quality and Accuracy

• Target: High-quality drafting of legal documents (motions, memorandums, final judgments, etc.) with minimal revisions required.
• Measurement: Review the number of revisions needed per document and any feedback from supervising attorneys or clients.
• Why It Matters: Ensures that the attorney is producing accurate and thorough legal documents, reducing the risk of errors and delays.

4. Client Satisfaction

• Target: Positive feedback from clients, measured through surveys or direct feedback.
• Measurement: Track client satisfaction scores or specific feedback related to the attorney’s performance.
• Why It Matters: Happy clients are more likely to refer others and provide positive reviews, which is vital for the firm’s reputation and growth.

5. Court Appearance and Success Rate

• Target: Successful representation of clients in hearings, trials, and mediations.
• Measurement: Track the outcomes of hearings, trials, and mediations attended, focusing on achieving favorable outcomes for clients.
• Why It Matters: The ability to effectively represent clients in court is critical for an attorney’s success and the firm’s reputation.

6. Legal Research and Memoranda

• Target: Thorough and timely completion of legal research and preparation of memoranda.
• Measurement: Review the quality and timeliness of research and legal memoranda, as well as feedback from supervising attorneys.
• Why It Matters: Accurate legal research is essential for building strong cases and advising clients effectively.

7. Team Collaboration and Communication

• Target: Active participation in team meetings and effective communication with other team members.
• Measurement: Assess the attorney’s contributions during meetings, their responsiveness to team communications, and their collaboration on cases.
• Why It Matters: Strong communication and collaboration are key to maintaining a cohesive and efficient team.

8. Compliance and Ethical Standards

• Target: Adherence to all legal and ethical standards, with no incidents of non-compliance.
• Measurement: Monitor compliance with all relevant laws, ethical standards, and firm policies, with any breaches or issues documented.
• Why It Matters: Maintaining high ethical standards protects the firm’s integrity and reputation.

9. Continuing Legal Education (CLE)

• Target: Completion of required CLE hours and participation in relevant professional development activities.
• Measurement: Track the attorney’s CLE hours and participation in additional training or development programs.
• Why It Matters: Ongoing education ensures the attorney remains knowledgeable and up-to-date with the latest legal developments.

10. Profitability Contribution

• Target: Contribution to the firm’s profitability through billable work, successful case outcomes, and client retention.
• Measurement: Analyze the revenue generated by the attorney's cases, the profitability of their work, and the retention rate of their clients.
• Why It Matters: Directly ties the attorney’s work to the financial success of the firm.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Legal Services

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