Complex Civil Litigation & Family Law Associate

ATTB - The Big Jobsite; United States; On-site; USD 190,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking an experienced attorney to join its Family Law & Private Clients Group in Washington, DC and Baltimore. The ideal candidate will have at least five years of family law experience, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work independently and collaboratively. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $190,000 to $210,000 per year, along with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

PTO

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401K

Firm sponsored Memberships (i.e. Peloton, Norton LifeLock)

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience in family law or complex civil litigation.
• Experience with all stages of litigation.
• Maryland Bar admission required.

Responsibilities

• Support the Family Law & Private Clients Group with complex cases.
• Handle mediations and trials for family law matters.
• Assist with federal and state appellate work.

Skills

Family law experience

Complex civil litigation

Communication skills

Ability to work independently and in teams

Discretion with sensitive information

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Miles & Stockbridge has positioned itself as an AmLaw 200 firm that is global in scope and in reach. Miles & Stockbridge maintains a reputation for a dynamic and approachable work environment that allows talented lawyers and staff from diverse backgrounds to thrive and grow.

We are seeking an experienced attorney to join the firm's Family Law & Private Clients Group. This position will work closely with and support a team that includes two top ranked principals with significant experience handling a range of complex and multi-jurisdictional private client and family law matters, including high net worth divorce, international child abduction, relocation and high-conflict custody disputes, and federal and state appellate work.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of five years of experience in family law or complex civil litigation and family law, with experience at all stages of litigation, from initial case investigation and analysis, propounding and responding to written discovery, drafting pleadings and motions, taking and defending depositions, and preparing for and handling mediations and trial. Previous family law experience is strongly , but the position is also open to candidates with civil litigation experience interested in transitioning their practice to family law.

Candidates must be self-starters who possess the ability to work both independently and in close collaboration with others as part of a team. We require a J.D. from an accredited law school with strong academic credentials, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to providing the highest quality client service. We are particularly interested in candidates who have the ambition and drive to help grow and support a busy practice and who work well under expedited deadlines. Candidates must demonstrate discretion when working with highly sensitive information. Maryland Bar admission is required; and D.C. Bar admission, or eligibility to be admitted on motion is required. We are currently not accepting applications from search firms at this time.

Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and writing sample.

Please contact Latrice Jeffers, Legal Recruiting Manager, at [e-mail] with any questions.

Location: Washington, DC; Baltimore

Base Compensation: $190,000 to $210,000 / year

Miles & Stockbridge offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including PTO, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K, Firm sponsored Memberships (i.e. Peloton, Norton LifeLock), and more.

Miles & Stockbridge is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to cultivating an inclusive environment that embraces and promotes , equity, and as core values of our firm.

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