Attorney/Lawyer (Cedar Rapids, IA)

Stange Law Firm, PC; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Signing bonus

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Mentorship program

Job summary

A multi-state family law firm is seeking dynamic attorneys for an immediate opening in Cedar Rapids, IA. The ideal candidates should possess a J.D. and be licensed to practice in Iowa, with preference for those with family law experience. The role involves drafting legal documents, appearing in court, and handling all aspects of assigned cases. This full-time position offers competitive pay ranging from $90,000 to $120,000, plus bonuses, health insurance, and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• Iowa license required.
• Family law experience is preferred but not required.
• Senior Associate positions for those with 5+ years of litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and draft legal documents for filing.
• Draft pleadings and motions.
• Correspond with attorneys and clients regarding cases.
• Interview and prepare witnesses for court.
• Ensure accuracy of case documents.
• Appear in court on all assigned cases.
• Handle all aspects of assigned cases.
• Perform necessary administrative duties.
• Conduct legal research.

Skills

Family law experience

Legal research

Document drafting

Court appearances

Education

J.D.

Iowa license

Job description

Overview

Are you a legal professional with a passion for Family Law? Stange Law Firm has an immediate opening for dynamic, highly motivated attorneys to join the team that provides strategic legal support and guidance for their office in Cedar Rapids, IA.

Whether someone is facing a divorce, legal separation, paternity action, estate planning or numerous other issues that affect families, the attorneys at Stange Law Firm, PC are dedicated to achieving the best possible results.

Why join Stange Law Firm?

• Competitive Pay! (Salary is BOE: $90,000.00-$120,000.00+)
• Base Salary & Discretionary Bonuses for Productivity/Profitability for billable employees!
• Other Incentive Programs
• Signing Bonus
• Attorney Referral Bonuses
• Client Referral Bonuses
• Productivity Bonuses
• 401 (k)
• 401 (k) matching
• Roth IRA
• 95-99% Employer Paid Health Insurance Medical Plan for Employees Depending On State, Plus Buy-Up Options!
• Health Saving Account Options
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (Accrued Vacation, 5 Paid Sick Days & 3 Personal Days)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Take Birthday as Paid Leave
• 36 Work-From-Home Days
• Company paid laptop and cell phone
• Fast-growing Family Law Firm - 2nd Largest Family Law Firm in the country!
• Marketing team works hard for you! Lots of Clients!!
• Advancement and job growth potential
• Mentorship program
• Promotes from within
• Trial experience, not just paper pushing!
• Excellent Reputation
• More!

Job Description

Duties include but are not limited to the following:

• Prepares and drafts legal documents for filing with appropriate entities and necessary correspondence
• Drafts pleadings and motions, including judgments and orders
• Corresponds with attorneys, court personnel, and clients regarding cases
• Interviews witnesses for court cases and prepares witnesses to testify
• Shall ensure the accuracy of all documents prepared
• Shall promptly appear in court on all cases assigned
• Shall handle all aspects of cases assigned to them
• Performs administrative duties as necessary, including filing, mailing, organizing files and pleadings
• Conducts legal research for particular issues

Qualifications

Our Ideal Candidate will possess the following:

• J.D
• Iowa license required
• Family law experience is preferred but not required
• Senior Associate positions are available for attorneys with five years or more of litigation experience

Company Description

Stange Law Firm, PC is a multi-state divorce and family law firm with many offices throughout the country and still growing. Attorneys at the firm have received awards from organizations such as Super Lawyers, Lead Counsel, Missouri Lawyer’s Weekly Power List, and many more. Attorneys at the firm also speak at Continuing Legal Education Seminars for organizations such as the Missouri Bar, the National Business Institute, and others. This is truly a great opportunity if you want a successful career in family law.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The choice of a lawyer is an important decision that should not be based solely upon advertisements.

Salary ranges based on experience plus the opportunity for discretionary bonuses and other incentives.

State: Iowa

This is a full time position