Job Description
We are looking for a dynamic associate attorney with a minimum of 3 years of experience in Family Law who is passionate about helping clients protect their children, assets, and future in Family Law proceedings who can manage a caseload from beginning to end without being micro-managed. Family Law is not for everyone, but it is rewarding to know you are making a difference in people's lives and future. Applicant must be both a team player as well as have an ability to work independently at the direction of the senior attorney. Applicant must also have strong skills in the following areas: research, writing and common law firm technology. Skills and experience are appreciated and valued, and certainly considered, but your integrity, personality, character, and intelligence are also extremely important considerations. Must be self-motivated, have a good work ethic, have a great sense of humor and be receptive to constructive criticism.
Salary and Benefits:
Salary range of $95,000 to $125,000. Salary is commensurate with skill and experience. Writing skills and oral advocacy are vital.
We offer competitive benefits (following 90 day probationary period) including 401k, bonuses, health insurance reimbursement/health insurance premium assistance, paid holidays, and paid vacation. There are other countless perks to show our appreciation for your hard work.
Responsibilities:
- Handle a caseload of Family Law matters, including but not limited to I) Request for Orders; II) Disclosures; III) Domestic Violence Restraining Orders; & IV) Propounding and Reviewing Discovery.
- Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support your cases.
- Draft legal documents, including initial petitions for paternity and dissolution matters, Request for Orders and Responsive Declarations to Request for Orders Memorandum of Points & Authorities, Settlement and Trial Briefs, and settlement agreements.
- Represent clients in various legal proceedings including, but not limited to negotiations, and court hearings.
- Take responsibility for administrative staff relating to client invoicing/billing records, setting up meetings with clients and completing tasks.
_ Ability to perform efficiently and prioritize tasks to meet deadlines.
- Collaborate with the legal team to develop case strategies and provide guidance on legal matters.
- Stay up to date with relevant Family Law statutes and cases.
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position, please submit your resume, a cover letter highlighting your relevant experience, references and a substantive writing sample. We kindly request that you include "Family Law Attorney Application" in the subject line of your email. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for further consideration. Do NOT contact the firm for questions.
This law firm checks references. Please have available unofficial transcripts from your law school should you be contacted for an interview.
Company Description
Our Firm:
We are a well-established boutique Family Law firm based in the city of Covina. Founded by an attorney with over 18 years of experience and who is both very well respected, in the legal community, and the recipient of numerous Family Law awards. Our firm represents clients exclusively in Family Law cases including parentage cases, dissolution cases, restraining orders and other contentious proceedings. Our firm offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that values integrity, excellence, and compassion. The firm has a dynamic mission statement that includes a Christian worldview. We pray for our staff and clients daily. The firm is open to applicants of all religious beliefs who respect the faith of the founding attorney and whose conduct does not undermine the firm's unique approach to the practice of law. For more information about our firm and founder, please visit our website at www.CovinaDivorceLawyers.com
Our Firm:\r\n\r\nWe are a well-established boutique Family Law firm based in the city of Covina. Founded by an attorney with over 18 years of experience and who is both very well respected, in the legal community, and the recipient of numerous Family Law awards. Our firm represents clients exclusively in Family Law cases including parentage cases, dissolution cases, restraining orders and other contentious proceedings. Our firm offers a supportive and collaborative work environment that values integrity, excellence, and compassion. The firm has a dynamic mission statement that includes a Christian worldview. We pray for our staff and clients daily. The firm is open to applicants of all religious beliefs who respect the faith of the founding attorney and whose conduct does not undermine the firm's unique approach to the practice of law. For more information about our firm and founder, please visit our website at www.CovinaDivorceLawyers.com