Family Law Attorney

Ascendion; Lafayette (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Flexible schedule

PTO & vacation

Job summary

Ascendion is seeking a Family Law Attorney to join our award-winning firm in Louisiana. The candidate should have 1+ years of family law experience and licensure in good standing in Louisiana; prior trial, mediation, and arbitration work is preferred.

Responsibilities include preparing for and attending trials, staying current on laws, conducting research, drafting motions and briefs, and arguing motions in court. The annual salary ranges from 70k to 80k, with benefits and flexible schedule.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of family law experience.
• Experience representing clients in trials, mediation, and arbitration.
• Exceptional time management and interpersonal skills; strong writing and verbal communication.
• Licensed and in good standing in Louisiana.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate, prepare for, and attend trials, mediation, and arbitration on behalf of clients.
• Stay updated on changing applicable laws and statutes on the local, state, and federal levels.
• Complete legal research and prepare motions, pleadings, and briefs.
• Argue motions in court on behalf of clients during legal proceedings.
• Perform research, draft briefs, pleadings, and motions.

Skills

Family law experience

Trial representation

Time management

Communication skills

Job description

We are an Award Winning Law Firm, specializing in Family Law and Commercial litigation. We are looking for a Family Law Attorney to join our team. Specifically, we are looking for someone who has 1+ years of experience.

Requirements:

• 1+ years of family law experience
• Prior experience representing clients in trials, mediation, and arbitration
• Exceptional time management and interpersonal skills are desired, as are exceptional writing and verbal communication skills
• Licensed and in good standing in Louisiana

Responsibilities:

• Anticipate, prepare for, and attend trials, mediation, and arbitration on behalf of clients
• Stay updated on changing applicable laws and statutes on the local, state, and federal levels
• Complete legal research and prepare motions, pleadings, and briefs
• Argue motions in court on behalf of clients during legal proceedings
• Perform research, draft briefs, pleadings, and motions

The annual salary for this position is between 70k-80k. Factors which may affect pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits:

• Full Benefits offered - Medical, Dental, etc. Flexible work schedule + PTO + Vacation time