Family Law Associate

McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., LPA; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., L.P.A. seeks a full-time associate to join our Family Law Practice Group.

You will work under the guidance of senior attorneys to represent clients in divorce, dissolution, child custody, child support, spousal support, and related domestic relations matters in state courts and alternative dispute resolution forums. Represent clients in court, mediations, and settlements; perform legal research, draft pleadings, briefs, and agreements; develop case

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Ohio and in good standing.
• 1–5 years of litigation experience; family law experience preferred.
• Excellent analytical, research, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and client-relations skills; ability to build rapport and maintain professionalism.
• Highly organized with attention to detail; able to manage multiple matters and deadlines.
• Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Conduct legal research and analysis; draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, including disclosures, discovery, separation agreements, and parenting plans.
• Develop case strategies with supervising attorneys; manage deadlines and case calendars.
• Communicate with clients regarding case status, strategy, risks, and potential outcomes.
• Negotiate settlements and participate in mediation and other ADR processes.
• Review and analyze documents and evidence; prepare for and attend depositions and hearings.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date case files and comply with all legal standards and court rules.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Organization

Independent & collaborative

Job description

McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman Co., L.P.A. seeks a full-time associate to join our Family Law Practice Group. You will work under the guidance of senior attorneys to represent clients in divorce, dissolution, child custody, child support, spousal support, and related domestic relations matters in state courts and alternative dispute resolution forums.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Conduct legal research and analysis; draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and memoranda.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, including disclosures, discovery, separation agreements, and parenting plans
• Develop case strategies with supervising attorneys; manage deadlines and case calendars.
• Communicate with clients regarding case status, strategy, risks, and potential outcomes.
• Negotiate settlements and participate in mediation and other ADR processes.
• Review and analyze documents and evidence; prepare for and attend depositions and hearings.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date case files and comply with all legal standards and court rules.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in Ohio and in good standing.
• 1–5 years of litigation experience; family law experience or demonstrated interest strongly preferred.
• Excellent analytical, research, drafting, and negotiation skills.
• Strong interpersonal and client-relations skills; ability to build rapport and maintain professionalism.
• Highly organized with attention to detail; able to manage multiple matters and deadlines.
• Self-starter who can work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Why Join Us

• Our Family Law Practice Group functions collaboratively as a team.
• Meaningful responsibility early in your career with mentorship from experienced family law practitioners.
• Opportunity to appear in court, develop advocacy skills, and manage client relationships.