Family Law Associate Attorney/Brevard NC

King Law Offices, PC; Brevard (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

King Law Offices, PC seeks an Associate Attorney to manage client consultations, court appearances, and end-to-end case management. You will work with a case manager, draft pleadings, and represent clients in hearings, mediations, and depositions, ensuring timely progression and excellent service.

A JD and NC bar admission are required, with strong research and writing skills and the ability to handle multiple cases in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina and in good standing.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Courtroom experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct new client consultations and evaluate potential cases.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, depositions, and hearings.
• Research legal issues and prepare cases for court and other legal proceedings.
• Draft legal documents, pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
• Manage and review assigned cases to ensure timely progress and resolution.
• Communicate with clients in person, by phone, virtually, and in writing.
• Collaborate with case managers and team members to manage workflow.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and case reviews.

Skills

Research

Writing

Analytical

Communication

Client service

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Associate Attorneys begin their day reviewing emails, returning client communications, coordinating with their assigned case manager, and preparing for court or scheduled meetings. The role involves court appearances, case preparation, client consultations, and ongoing case management from start to finish.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct new client consultations and evaluate potential cases.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, depositions, and hearings.
• Research legal issues and prepare cases for court and other legal proceedings.
• Draft legal documents, pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
• Manage and review assigned cases to ensure timely progress and resolution.
• Communicate with clients in person, by phone, virtually, and in writing.
• Collaborate with case managers and team members to manage case workflow.
• Participate in team meetings, trainings, and case reviews.
• Maintain accurate case documentation and ensure compliance with firm procedures.
• Provide a high level of customer service to clients and ensure an excellent client experience.
• Manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining attention to detail.
• Navigate cases from initial consultation through resolution.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in North Carolina and in good standing with the state bar.
• Strong research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Comfortable working collaboratively with attorneys, case managers, and support staff.
• Courtroom experience is preferred but not required.