Attorney/Lawyer (Peoria County)

Strange Law Firm; Peoria (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Roth IRA option

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Paid sick days

Personal days

Malpractice insurance provided

Bar dues & CLE expenses covered

Company-issued laptop and cell phone

Work-from-home days allowed

Job summary

Stange Law Firm, PC in Bloomington, IL, seeks a driven Family Law Attorney to handle matters from inception to resolution. You will manage cases, advocate in court, and guide clients through divorce, custody, support, and other family matters.

Ideal candidates have a J.D., Illinois license, and strong communication and advocacy skills; senior opportunities exist for experienced litigators. This role offers substantial courtroom exposure in Central Illinois.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) required.
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois.
• Strong communication and advocacy skills.
• Family law experience preferred, but not required.
• Senior Associate opportunities available for attorneys with five or more years of litigation experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage family law matters from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, judgments, orders, and legal correspondence
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and third parties
• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Prepare clients and witnesses for hearings and trial
• Attend court appearances, mediations, hearings, and trials
• Negotiate settlements and advocate on behalf of clients
• Maintain organized and accurate case files
• Ensure all work product is completed accurately and timely

Skills

Communication

Advocacy

Case management

Litigation experience

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Family Law Attorney – Bloomington, IL
Build a Meaningful Career in Family Law
Are you looking for a legal career where you can make a real difference in clients' lives while gaining valuable courtroom experience and professional growth?

Family Law Attorney – Bloomington, IL
Build a Meaningful Career in Family Law
Are you looking for a legal career where you can make a real difference in clients' lives while gaining valuable courtroom experience and professional growth?
Stange Law Firm, PC has an immediate opening for a motivated, dynamic attorney to join our team in Bloomington, Illinois. Whether you are an experienced family law attorney or a litigator seeking to transition into family law, this is an outstanding opportunity to develop your skills, build your practice, and help clients through some of the most important moments of their lives.
At Stange Law Firm, you will do far more than push paper. You will manage cases, advocate for clients in court, conduct hearings and trials, negotiate settlements, and help families navigate difficult legal issues involving divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, guardianship, estate planning, and other family law matters.
Family law experience is preferred, but not required. We welcome applications from attorneys with litigation experience in other practice areas who are looking to build a rewarding career in family law.
Attorneys in this position will receive meaningful courtroom exposure and hands-on responsibility rather than spending years limited to research and drafting.
This position is based in Bloomington, Illinois and serves clients throughout Central Illinois, including Peoria County and the surrounding area.

Why Join Stange Law Firm?

• Competitive compensation ($90,000-$120,000 based on experience)
• Base salary plus discretionary bonuses and incentive opportunities for billable employees
• Signing bonus available
• Attorney referral bonuses
• Client referral bonuses
• Productivity bonuses
• Significant courtroom and litigation experience
• Mentorship and attorney development programs
• Clear advancement opportunities
• Firm culture that promotes from within
• Strong marketing support and consistent client demand
• Company-issued laptop and cell phone
• 36 work-from-home days annually
• Employer-paid bar dues and CLE expenses
• Malpractice insurance provided

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Roth IRA option
• 95-99% employer-paid health insurance plans (depending on state)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) options
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid vacation
• 5 paid sick days
• 3 personal days
• 9 paid holidays
• Paid birthday leave
• Optional accident, critical illness, disability, and life insurance plans

Position Responsibilities

• Manage family law matters from inception through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, judgments, orders, and legal correspondence
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and third parties
• Conduct legal research and analysis
• Prepare clients and witnesses for hearings and trial
• Attend court appearances, mediations, hearings, and trials
• Negotiate settlements and advocate on behalf of clients
• Maintain organized and accurate case files
• Ensure all work product is completed accurately and timely

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) required
• Licensed to practice law in Illinois
• Strong communication and advocacy skills
• Ability to manage cases effectively and professionally
• Family law experience preferred, but not required
• Senior Associate opportunities available for attorneys with five or more years of litigation experience

About Stange Law Firm

Stange Law Firm, PC is one of the nation's largest family law firms, with offices throughout multiple states and continued expansion into new markets. The firm is dedicated exclusively to family law matters, allowing attorneys to develop deep experience in a practice area that makes a meaningful impact on clients and families.

Attorneys at the firm have been recognized by organizations such as Super Lawyers, Lead Counsel, and numerous other professional organizations. Attorneys with the firm regularly present Continuing Legal Education seminars and educational programs for legal professionals.

If you are seeking a long-term opportunity with a growing law firm that provides mentorship, advancement opportunities, courtroom experience, and the chance to help clients through life's most challenging transitions, we encourage you to apply.

To learn more about a career with Stange Law Firm, watch our attorney recruiting video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PJMiDiwD-8E

For more information, visit www.stangelawfirm.com.

All information submitted will be kept confidential in accordance with EEO guidelines.

State: Illinois

This is a full time position

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