Family Law Associate Attorney

Long Hagan Huff-Harris; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing family law firm is seeking a Family Law Associate Attorney in Boston. The ideal candidate will have a passion for family law, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively within the team, providing exceptional service to clients.

Benefits

Vacation and Paid Time Off

401K Company Matching

Employer Paid Health Insurance

Continuous Professional Development

Commission for Client Referrals

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills with a polite demeanor.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills needed.
• Ability to work independently and self-motivated.

Responsibilities

• Communicate directly with clients and manage family law cases.
• Demonstrate high standards of professionalism and empathy.
• Collaborate with team members and manage multiple projects.

Skills

Communication

Critical Thinking

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Customer Service

Education

Licensed Massachusetts Attorney

1 to 2 years Family Law Experience

Tools

Legal Writing

Communication Technology

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Salary: $90,000 - $110,000 (+ commissions for business development)

A successful Family Law Associate Attorney must communicate directly with clients on a regular basis; therefore, strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential qualities to be successful in this role. The ideal candidate must demonstrate the ability to weaponize knowledge rapidly to zealously represent clients. This means that the candidate must have an excellent memory and strong critical-thinking and creative problem-solving skills. The candidate must have a high degree of trustworthiness and value transparency.

As a Family Law Associate Attorney, the candidate must be professional with a learned effect that still exudes empathy and caring. The candidate must also have high standards for herself or himself and hold team members to the same standards. Furthermore, the ideal candidate must be a motivated self-starter with a passion for family law.

In addition, the candidate must be technically proficient in persuasive legal writing. Superior attention to detail, excellent written and oral communication skills, an ability to multitask, an ability to see tasks through to completion amid frequent interruptions, and an ability to work well independently and collaboratively as a member of a team are a must.

Must be a licensed Massachusetts attorney in good standing with 1 to 2 years of family law experience.

Long Hagan Huff-Harris is a growing Family Law, Trusts and Estates, and Business Law Firm located in Massachusetts, with locations in both Boston and Duxbury. Our firm is a company built on the strength of its people. We are looking for individuals with a passion for excellence and superior attention to detail who will provide our clients with exceptional service every single day.

We offer:

• Competitive Hourly Pay
• Vacation, Personal, Sick Paid Time Off
• Most Massachusetts Holidays Off, Paid
• Up to 4% 401K Company Matching
• 50% Employer Paid Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• FSA & Dependent Care Savings Accounts
• Life Insurance
• Continuous Professional Development
• 10% Commission for Client Referrals
• BBO Renewal Fees Reimbursement
• Notary Oath and Renewal Fees Reimbursement
• Hybrid Work Schedule

Requirements:

• Excellent Customer Service Skills – A welcoming and polite demeanor is essential to success in this position. Additionally, clients expect prompt responses and follow-up to all correspondence, whether it’s over the phone or by email. It is critical to remain composed even if the client expresses frustration.
• Superior Attention to Detail - Ability to switch gears with shifting priorities. Given all the moving parts and daily interruptions, it is critical that the Associate Attorney be able to shift their attention while still being detail-oriented and focused on quality.
• Organized and Systematic - In an environment with lots of moving pieces, systems are essential, and the ideal candidate would have a firm grasp on the importance of organization and following processes to ensure follow through. Additionally, the Associate Attorney must have an excellent ability to manage multiple on-going projects at various stages of workflow, so superior time-management skills are essential.
• Communicative and Collaborative - We are a close team and do our best work based on trust in each other and collaboration. Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills are essential, not only when working within the office, but also working with clients and their families, as well as other professionals in the community.
• Self-Motivated and Self-Assured - If you encounter a problem, we want you to be a part of the solution! While we value collaboration, it is important to have the ability to work independently and the ideal candidate would be self-directed.
• Strong Computer and Technology Skills - The ideal candidate must be comfortable with using technology daily and learning as needed.
• Ability to Manage Up - In the fast-paced environment of the law firm, the Associate Attorney must manage his or her supervisor to streamline processes, meet client expectations, and meet deadlines.
• Compassionate and Caring - As a law firm that frequently assists individuals who are experiencing stressful situations, possessing exemplary listening skills, customer service, and empathy is critical.
• Experienced - Must be a licensed Massachusetts attorney, in good standing, with 1 to 2 years of family law experience.

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable - more reliable than spontaneous.
• Sociable - enjoys interacting with people and working on group projects.
• Adaptable - enjoys doing work that requires frequent shifts in direction.
• Meticulous - would rather focus on the details of work than the bigger picture.
• Ambitious - enjoys taking on challenges, even if they might fail.

Long Hagan Huff-Harris is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values the strength diversity brings to the workplace.

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