Associate Attorney

Gehris & Associates LLC

Associate Attorney

Crystal Lake, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k)

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    401(k) matching

    Dental insurance

    Vision insurance

    Gehris & Associates, LLC is an established Illinois law firm with more than 35 years of experience serving individuals and families. Our AV-rated attorneys practice family law, real estate law, and estate planning throughout McHenry, Kane, and Lake Counties.

    Position

    We are seeking a family law associate attorney who can work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team. The attorney will meet directly with clients, manage a personal caseload, and be responsible for handling assigned files from intake through resolution.

    Responsibilities

    ● Manage a caseload involving dissolution, decision making allocation, parenting time, child support, maintenance, and asset division

    ● Meet with clients and provide ongoing case updates

    ● Draft pleadings, motions, agreements, and correspondence

    ● Communicate with opposing counsel and other professionals

    ● Appear in court and participate in hearings and other proceedings

    ● Collaborate with attorneys and staff

    Qualifications

    ● Licensed to practice law in Illinois

    ● Prior family law experience required

    ● Ability to manage files independently

    ● Strong communication, organization, writing, and case-management skills

    ● Professional, detail-oriented, and team-focused