Family Law Litigation Attorney - Client-Focused Trial Advocate

Morgantown Area Partnership; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary above $100k

Benefits package

Administrative assistance

Professional growth opportunities

Long-term advancement

Job summary

Morgantown Area Partnership seeks a Family Law Litigation Attorney to join its team in Morgantown, WV. You will handle family law matters and represent clients throughout the litigation process, working directly with clients to advance their interests.

The role emphasizes strong writing, research, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy, with responsibility from intake to resolution and potential for growth within the firm.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active WV State Bar license in good standing.
• Experience in family law litigation preferred.
• Strong writing, research, negotiation and courtroom advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines.
• Client-focused approach and excellent communication.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, and related domestic issues.
• Represent clients in court hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and other legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies.
• Manage cases from initial consultation through resolution.
• Communicate with clients regarding case progress, options, and next steps.
• Negotiate settlements when appropriate while preparing cases for litigation.

Skills

Family law experience

Legal writing

Legal research

Negotiation

Courtroom advocacy

Time management

Client communication

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Morgantown Area Partnership seeks a Family Law Litigation Attorney to join its team in Morgantown, WV. You will handle family law matters and represent clients throughout the litigation process, working directly with clients to advance their interests.

The role emphasizes strong writing, research, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy, with responsibility from intake to resolution and potential for growth within the firm.