Senior Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Pensacola (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Progressive paid time off and flex HOL

401(k) with company match

Parental, personal, and bereavement/PL

Paid continuing legal education andBar

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in Pensacola, FL seeks a Senior Associate Attorney to lead and grow a family law practice. You will advocate, negotiate, and litigate for clients in divorce, custody, and related matters.

The role offers a path toward partnership for the right candidate, with opportunities to develop strategic client relationships and mentor junior staff. You will work closely with the team to deliver exceptional results in complex cases.

Qualifications

• Experience in family law.
• Active Florida Bar in good standing.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively.
• Demonstrated history of career excellence and client service.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software.
• Advanced knowledge of client confidentiality and legal compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with Zoom and video conferencing.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on legal rights and draft legal documents.
• Analyze case outcomes using legal precedents.
• Manage a caseload of complex family law cases.
• Handle child custody disputes and divorces independently.
• Represent clients in court, including motions and trials.
• Negotiate settlements in mediation or informal settings.
• Conduct legal research and draft briefs, pleadings, and motions.
• Collaborate with team members, including paralegals.

Skills

Family law experience

Legal research

Court litigation

Negotiation

Drafting pleadings

Communication

Confidentiality compliance

Video conferencing (Zoom)

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree

Active Florida Bar membership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal software

Zoom

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Senior Associate Attorney in Pensacola, FL, to lead and expand its family law practice. This role involves advocating, negotiating, and litigating for clients in various family law matters, with a path toward partnership for the right candidate.

Duties

• Advise clients on legal rights and draft legal documents.
• Analyze case outcomes using legal precedents.
• Manage a caseload of complex family law cases.
• Handle child custody disputes and divorces independently.
• Represent clients in court, including motions and trials.
• Negotiate settlements in mediation or informal settings.
• Conduct legal research and draft briefs, pleadings, and motions.
• Collaborate with team members, including paralegals.

Requirements

• Experience in family law.
• Active member in good standing with the Florida Bar.
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively.
• Demonstrated history of career excellence and client service passion.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal software.
• Advanced knowledge in client confidentiality and legal compliance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Familiarity with Zoom and video conferencing.

Education

• Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree
• Active Florida Bar membership

Skills

• Strategic thinking and negotiation skills.
• Empathy and compassion for clients.
• Ability to understand complex legal documents.
• Strong client relations and administrative writing skills.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Progressive paid time off and flex holidays.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Parental, personal, and bereavement leave.
• Paid continuing legal education and bar dues.