Family Law Associate Attorney- 3519420

AMS Staffing Inc.; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral bonus

Job summary

A law firm in Sioux Falls is seeking a Family Law Associate Attorney. The ideal candidate should hold a Juris Doctor and be licensed to practice in South Dakota, with 2-5+ years of family law experience. This role involves representing clients, providing legal counsel, and drafting legal documents. The firm values attention to detail and excellent communication skills in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Active license to practice law in South Dakota is required.
• 2-5+ years of experience in family law is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Excellent written and oral communication; strong client service and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in family law matters.
• Provide legal counsel and strategic guidance.
• Draft and file legal documents.
• Negotiate settlements and facilitate resolutions with opposing counsel.
• Manage a dynamic caseload with timely progress and high-quality client service.
• Conduct in-depth legal research to stay current on laws.
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver team-based client service.
• Engage in firm-wide initiatives including client development and outreach.

Skills

Legal research

Communication skills

Client service

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Organization

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Please connect with me on LinkedIn as well @Jamie (Voss) Rogers

Job Title: Family Law Associate Attorney

Salary/Payrate: dependent upon experience

Term: Permanent

Referral Fee: AMS will pay $500 should the person you refer gets hired

Job Description:

Our law firm client is seeking a highly motivated and driven Family Law Associate to join their Sioux Falls, SD 57108 office and overall practice area. The ideal candidate will bring an entrepreneurial spirit, a curious mindset, and exceptional attention to detail. This is a great opportunity for a legal professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about making a difference in the lives of families.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in family law matters, including issues involving divorce and child custody related matters
• Provide legal counsel and strategic guidance to clients, ensuring they understand their rights, responsibilities, and available options
• Draft, review, and file legal documents, including petitions, motions, affidavits, orders, stipulations, and agreements
• Negotiate settlements and facilitate resolutions with opposing counsel
• Manage a dynamic caseload, maintaining timely progress and high-quality client service
• Conduct in-depth legal research to support cases and stay current on applicable laws and regulations
• Collaborate with colleagues across the firm to deliver a team-based, holistic approach to clients
• Engage in firm-wide initiatives, including client development, community outreach, and networking efforts

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active license (or ability to become licensed) to practice law in South Dakota. Licensure in Nebraska and/or Iowa is a significant advantage
• 2-5+ years of experience practicing family law, with demonstrated litigation and courtroom experience. (Newer attorneys with a solid foundation in clinical work and a genuine interest are encouraged to apply.)
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal matters
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, professionalism, and client service capabilities
• Strong legal research, analytical, and problem-solving abilities
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities under pressure