Family Law Attorney

WizeHire, Inc; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm specializing in family law is seeking a family attorney to assist clients with sensitive legal issues. The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years of litigation experience in family law and must possess excellent negotiation skills. This position involves client interaction, legal document preparation, and court advocacy. The firm values a client-centered approach and supports a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• MA Bar License required; RI Bar License preferred.
• 1-3 years of litigation experience in family law cases.
• Candidates should have experience in negotiation, especially in high-stress situations.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to determine goals and develop case strategy.
• Negotiate with opposing counsel.
• Draft legal documents and prepare clients for hearings.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Effective communication

Litigation experience

Familiarity with family law

Education

J.D. degree

4-year degree with legal background

Job description

Foundations Family Law & Mediation Center • Worcester , MA , US

Posted a month ago

Description

Our law firm is seeking a family attorney who can assist clients in navigating the sensitive legal issues of family law, including child custody, child abuse, and domestic violence. Jobseekers should be equally familiar with prenuptial agreements, divorce, alimony, child support, and real estate, and be able to effectively engage in oral debate and negotiation even in highly stressful and emotional situations. If you are driven by an opportunity to help people during one of the toughest times in their lives and have a proven track record of success, apply now.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to determine their goals and develop a case strategy
• Ensure timely communication with clients
• Negotiate with opposing counsel and pro se opposing parties
• Draft pleadings including motions for temporary orders, motions to vacate the marital home, separation agreements, pre-trial memos, and position statements for use in GAL investigations and conciliation
• Prepare and advocate for clients at all court hearings and case events
• Collaborate with all members of the legal team, including the Founding Attorney, Case Manager, and other attorneys
• Keep client files properly organized and up to date
• Communicate with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move through the civil litigation process
• Prepare legal documents such as legal pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgments, and orders for a high volume of cases
• Ensure clients are effectively represented at court hearings as needed
• Advocate on behalf of clients by understanding their needs, effectively analyzing the situation and forming a strategy for a plan of action

Qualifications

• MA Bar License (required)
• RI Bar License (preferred)
• At least 1-3 years litigating all aspects of family law cases
• Previous criminal justice or other legal background preferred
• Proven record of success in advocating for plaintiffs and defendants
• Must have worked on family law issues for at least 1-2 years; handling of real estate also required
• Candidates should be great negotiators and communicators, specifically in situations when emotions and stress are high
• 4-year degree with a legal background and J.D. degree are necessary for this position

Compensation

$80,000 - $100,000 + annual base salary

About Foundations Family Law & Mediation Center

We view litigation as a last resort and encourage alternative dispute resolution methods, including attorney-assisted negotiations, mediation, and conciliation, to empower clients to maintain control over the outcomes of their cases. We strive to minimize collateral damage to clients, their children, and the family unit by keeping them out of the court system as much as possible.

We are unapologetically pro-women and represent many survivors of coercive control and domestic abuse. To that end, the ideal candidate must also possess superior motion practice skills and be knowledgeable about and sensitive to the unique needs of this clientele. We pride ourselves on being a client-centered firm and value responsiveness, remembering the details of the clients’ cases, and transparency

We value collaboration, supporting one another inside and outside of work, and maintaining a positive attitude and finding the silver lining in difficult situations.