Associate Attorney - Family Law

BCG Attorney Search; Tustin (CA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Tustin, CA is seeking an Associate Attorney specializing in Family Law to join our team in a hybrid work environment. You will manage diverse family law cases, advocate for clients, and enhance legal expertise in a collaborative setting.

The role involves handling divorces, child custody matters, legal research, drafting pleadings and settlement agreements, negotiating outcomes, and supporting litigation processes in court.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school.
• Experience or strong interest in family law.
• Ability to conduct thorough legal research.
• Excellent writing skills for drafting legal documents.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Familiarity with litigation and courtroom procedures.
• High ethical standards and ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of family law matters, including divorce and child custody.
• Conduct legal research to support case strategies.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Negotiate settlements to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Assist in litigation processes and represent clients in court.
• Maintain meticulous case records and ensure procedural compliance.

Skills

Legal research

Negotiation

Legal drafting

Case management

Independent work

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an Associate Attorney specializing in Family Law to join their team in Tustin, CA. This role offers a hybrid work environment and the opportunity to manage diverse family law cases, advocate for clients, and enhance legal expertise in a collaborative setting.

Duties

• Manage a caseload of family law matters, including divorce and child custody.
• Conduct legal research to support case strategies.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Negotiate settlements to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
• Assist in litigation processes and represent clients in court.
• Maintain meticulous case records and ensure procedural compliance.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Proven experience or strong interest in family law practice.
• Ability to conduct thorough legal research.
• Excellent writing skills for drafting legal documents.
• Strong negotiation skills with a proactive approach.
• Familiarity with litigation and courtroom procedures.
• High ethical standards and ability to work independently.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

Admission to the state bar required to maintain employment.

Skills

• Strong research, negotiation, and legal drafting skills.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload effectively.

Benefits

• 401(k) matchingPaid time offProfessional development assistanceRetirement plan