Part-time Family Law Attorney

Nexus Staff for Businesses; Wayne (NJ); Hybrid; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Part time

Job summary

Nexus Staff for Businesses in Wayne, NJ seeks a Part-time Family Law Attorney to handle divorce and custody matters on a contract basis. The role offers 20 hours per week with a flexible schedule and may be hybrid or remote, provided candidates are located in New Jersey.

The ideal candidate holds a Juris Doctor, active NJ license, and 2–5+ years of family law experience, including divorce and custody cases, with excellent written and oral communication, negotiation, and litigation skills.

Qualifications

• Education: Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensure: Active New Jersey license in good standing.
• Experience: 2–5+ years in family law, including divorce and custody.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in complex domestic relations matters, focusing on divorce and custody.
• Advocate effectively, negotiate settlements, and guide clients through proceedings.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Litigation

Family law knowledge

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Job description

Job Title: Part-time Family Law Attorney

Employment Type: Contract

Work Hours: 20 hrs./week

Work site: TBD

Location: Wayne, NJ, United States

Pay Rate: TBD

Job Overview

Our client is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and detail-oriented Family Law Attorney to assist with cases. This role will have a flexible schedule and may be hybrid or possibly remote (however, candidates must be located within the State of New Jersey).

Duties

Duties will entail representing clients through complex and sensitive domestic relations matters, with a primary focus on divorce proceedings and child custody disputes. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional advocacy skills, strong negotiation capabilities, and a dedicated commitment to guiding clients through challenging personal transitions.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensure: Active license and in good standing to practice law in New Jersey.
• Experience: 2-5+ years of dedicated experience in family law, specifically handling divorce and custody cases.
• Skills:
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Strong negotiation and litigation abilities.
  • Deep knowledge of state family law statutes, court procedures, and local rules.