Dynamic Family Law Associate Attorney

Cabanillas & Associates, P.C.; Union City (NJ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cabanillas & Associates, P.C. in Union City, NJ seeks a motivated Associate Attorney admitted in NJ with at least two years of experience to represent clients in divorce, custody and family matters in Supreme Court, Family Court and related proceedings.

The successful candidate will prepare pleadings, motions and briefs, appear in courts across the Tri-State area, manage caseloads, communicate with clients, and develop cost-effective litigation strategies. Spanish is a plus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in family law.
• Admitted to NJ bar.
• Experience in Supreme Court and Family Court helpful.
• Spanish language skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Prepare pleadings, motions, and briefs as needed.
• Appear in various courts throughout the Tri-State area.
• Direct cases through litigation cycle, review new files for coverage, and develop a cost effective litigation strategy.
• Think strategically, handle large volumes of cases and attend Court as necessary.
• Be a team player, reliable, and able to work directly with clients; organize and track case status and assist in managing attorney court appearances, calendars and client matters.
• Demonstrate strong writing and communication skills, prioritize, multi-task, and analyze legal documents for accuracy.

Skills

Pleadings

Motions

Briefs

Court appearances

Litigation strategy

Team collaboration

Case management

Legal writing

Legal analysis

Communication

Multitasking

Court procedure

Job description

Cabanillas & Associates, P.C. in Union City, NJ seeks a motivated Associate Attorney admitted in NJ with at least two years of experience to represent clients in divorce, custody and family matters in Supreme Court, Family Court and related proceedings.

The successful candidate will prepare pleadings, motions and briefs, appear in courts across the Tri-State area, manage caseloads, communicate with clients, and develop cost-effective litigation strategies. Spanish is a plus.