Associate Attorney

Marshall & Taylor PLLC; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall & Taylor PLLC is seeking an associate attorney in Raleigh, NC to join our family law team. You will work with senior attorneys, perform legal research, draft documents, and manage client files while developing your practice.

The ideal candidate has a JD, has passed the bar, and is active with the ABA. You will participate in hearings and collaborate with clients and staff to advance cases and grow the firm’s client base.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in Family Law.
• Experience in legal research and drafting legal documents.
• Ability to attend court hearings and other legal proceedings.
• Strong analytical skills to review client issues and determine the best course of action.
• Proven track record of collaborating effectively with clients and senior associates.
• Excellent organizational skills to maintain and update client files efficiently and accurately.
• Prepared to learn from senior attorneys to meet our client needs and grow our client base.
• Exceptional communication skills and problem-solving skills needed to work with all levels of staff and clients.
• Candidates must have passed the bar exam.
• Completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active ABA membership.

Responsibilities

• Resolve cases efficiently by coordinating with senior attorneys and paralegals.
• Conduct legal research, prepare for and attend hearings and other proceedings, and provide counsel with senior associates.
• Maintain organized client files for quick access by attorneys and staff.
• Analyze conflicts in legal matters and advise clients on solutions.
• Create legal documents for negotiations and proceedings.

Skills

Family Law experience

Legal research

Drafting documents

Court hearings

Analytical skills

Client communication

Organization

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Bar exam passed

ABA membership

Job description

Are you looking for an opportunity to learn from some of the most esteemed attorneys and grow your career? Our law firm is looking for the next associate attorney to assist in providing legal counsel to clients. You will work closely with our senior partners and associates, conduct legal research, draft documents, and maintain client files. If you’ve recently graduated from law school, have excellent fact-finding and communication skills, and are ready to jump-start your career in the legal industry, we want to hear from you!

Compensation

$89,000 yearly

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience working in the field of Family Law.
• Experience in legal research and drafting legal documents.
• Ability to attend court hearings and other legal proceedings.
• Strong analytical skills to review client issues and determine the best course of action.
• Proven track record of collaborating effectively with clients and senior associates.
• Excellent organizational skills to maintain and update client files efficiently and accurately.
• Prepared to learn from senior attorneys to meet our client needs and grow our client base
• Exceptional communication skills and problem-solving skills needed in order to work with all levels of staff and our clients
• Candidates must have passed the bar exam
• Completion of a Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school
• Active membership with the American Bar Association (ABA)

Responsibilities

• Resolve cases efficiently by using communicating effectively with and working alongside senior attorneys and paralegals
• Conduct legal research, prepare for and attend hearings and/or other legal proceedings, and provide legal counsel with the help of senior associate attorneys
• Maintain client files in an organized fashion to ensure up-to-date information is handy for other attorneys, paralegals and support staff
• Analyze conflicts in legal matters, advise clients on solutions, and negotiate on behalf of clients
• Create legal documents, including correspondence, briefs, motions, pleadings, contracts, affidavits, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings