Family Law Lawyer

WizeHire, Inc; Cary (NC); On-site; USD 125,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer contributions to 401(k) Plan

Employer contributions to an HSA Plan

Employer-paid vacations and holidays

Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability

Employer-Paid Life Insurance Policy

Maternity and Paternity Benefits

Casual dress code

1-on-1 meetings with the C-Suite monthly

Opportunities for personal and professional growth

Family-friendly environment

Job summary

A growing law firm in North Carolina is seeking an experienced Family Law Attorney who values a supportive work environment and work-life balance. The ideal candidate will manage cases, advocate for clients, and foster teamwork. Qualifications include a Juris Doctor degree, North Carolina license, and 7+ years of family law experience. Compensation ranges from $125,000 to $160,000 based on experience, along with generous benefits, including employer-paid health insurance and 401(k) contributions.

Qualifications

• Must be a licensed attorney in Good Standing with the State of North Carolina.
• 7+ years of Family Law experience preferred.
• Prior experience managing a full caseload is required.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in family law matters including divorce and custody.
• Negotiate and draft Separation Agreements.
• Communicate effectively with Clients and the Court.

Skills

Strong Courtroom and negotiation skills

Effective communication

Impressive legal analysis and writing skills

Empathy and understanding towards clients

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree

Job description

Are you an experienced Family Law Attorney who is looking to make a change? Want to work somewhere where you are appreciated and valued? Want to be part of a Team with other experienced Lawyers who you can talk strategy, bounce ideas off, and who have your back? Want a flexible work environment that is family-friendly? Would you like a better work/life balance? Then, Triangle Smart Divorce is the place for you!

Our Wake County, North Carolina Law Firm is growing and looking for a talented, experienced Lawyer.

This is not the typical law firm! Our business-minded law firm is small enough that everyone is a critical part of the Team, yet big enough to offer the security and benefits you want.

We are hiring an experienced Family Law Attorney to help us protect smart people from making stupid decisions when getting married and divorced. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in family law, a proven track record of successfully handling cases, and a passion for advocating on behalf of clients facing challenging family-related legal issues.

Compensation is based on experience and includes a generous benefits package, including employer-paid health insurance and a 401(k).

Responsibilities

• Represent Clients in family law matters, including divorce, equitable distribution, child custody, child support, and spousal support.
• Being understanding, compassionate, and honest with Clients about their problems and understanding how Clients’ problems are more than legal problems to them.
• Foster positive relationships with Clients.
• Develop a case strategy, provide direction, and oversee Paralegals, Legal Assistants, and other members of the Legal Team.
• Negotiate and draft Separation Agreements.
• Draft and review Pleadings, Motions, Discovery, and Orders.
• Negotiate settlements when appropriate, including representing Clients in Mediation and Settlement Conferences.
• Prepare and negotiate Premarital Agreements.
• Strong Courtroom and negotiation skills.
• Communicate effectively with Clients, opposing counsel, and the Court.
• Impressive legal analysis and writing skills.
• Stay up-to-date on changes in family law legislation and cases.

Every member of our Team must follow our SMART Core Values, which include: Service, Mindfulness, Authenticity, Responsibility, and Truth.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school is required.
• Must be a licensed attorney, in Good Standing, with the State of North Carolina.
• We are looking for someone who is diligent, conscientious, thorough, and able to deliver high-quality products and services to Clients.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a Team.
• Our Attorneys must be detail-oriented but also flexible.
• Must be empathic and understanding to Clients.
• Strongly prefer someone with at least 7 years of Family Law Experience.
• Must have prior experience managing a full caseload.
• Must have prior trial experience in Family Law matters.
• Demonstrated success in representing Clients in Family Law matters.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with high-net-worth cases, including business evaluations and working with business owners, is a plus.

Please include a cover letter letting us know what you are looking for in your next opportunity and why you think you would be a good fit for our Firm.

• Employer contributions to 401(k) Plan
• Employer contributions to an HSA Plan
• Employer-paid vacations and holidays
• Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability
• Employer-Paid Life Insurance Policy
• Maternity and Paternity Benefits
• Casual dress code
• 1-on-1 meetings with the C-Suite monthly
• Legal Team members available for strategy
• Opportunities to grow personally and professionally
• Family-friendly environment

Want to know what it is like to work at Triangle Smart Divorce? Hear what our Team has to say!

Compensation

$125,000 - $160,000 + based on experience

About Triangle Smart Divorce

We specialize in helping people make smart decisions that lead to better results for all involved, whether you are starting a relationship, ending a relationship, or are already divorced. We work hard but have fun along the way.

Our tagline, “Not your typical law firm,” applies to our workplace, too. We push boundaries, actively market our firm, and only work with clients who align with our values. We encourage our employees to have a life outside work, believing well-rounded lives make us all more successful.

We’re a data-driven firm that loves systems. We focus on causes that lead to effects, using systematic hiring, onboarding, and training processes to help you succeed. Once hired, you’ll undergo rigorous training to learn about the firm’s policies, systems, and procedures. But training doesn’t stop there—we offer in-house workshops, support personal development, and provide opportunities for continued learning and growth.