Family Attorney

Marshall & Taylor, PLLC

Family Attorney

Raleigh, NC
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Our law group is growing and we are looking for a sharp family attorney who will zealously represent our clients in all areas of family law. You’ll assist individuals in a variety of situations such as navigating prenuptial agreements and attending court hearings for divorce, alimony/spousal support, and child support. The prime candidate will have experience with a range of sensitive legal issues such as child abuse, child custody, and domestic violence, and be able to maintain composure, negotiate, and argue effectively even in emotional and high-stress situations. If you are passionate about helping people navigate some of the most difficult challenges they may face in their lives, start your application today Responsibilities: • Organize and maintain client files to ensure they are kept current • Help solve legal problems for clients through analyzing the situation, understanding their needs, and creating a strategic plan of action • Create legal documents such as pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgements and orders for a high volume of cases • Represent clients in court proceedings as needed • Communicate with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move through the civil litigation process • Independently manage complex family law matters, including: • High-asset divorce • Custody and visitation disputes • Alimony and child support • Equitable distribution • Serve as lead attorney on cases from intake through resolution • Develop legal strategy and provide high-level counsel to clients • Mentor and train associate attorneys on legal strategy, courtroom preparation, and client management • Review pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements prepared by associates • Appear in court as needed and provide guidance on litigation strategy • Collaborate with firm leadership to improve processes and practice standards Qualifications: • Prior work or studies in criminal justice preferred • Active membership with the ABA (American Bar Association) • Experience at a legal firm working on family law and real estate issues (determining marital property) for at least 1-2 years is required • Bachelor’s degree with a legal background and J.D. degree are required • Candidates should be great negotiators and communicators, specifically in situations when emotions and stress are high • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school • Active license to practice law in North Carolina • 5-8+ years of dedicated family law experience required • Demonstrated ability to handle complex and emotionally charged cases with professionalism • Applicants must have served as lead counsel on complex family law matters • Proven leadership, mentorship, and training capabilities • Strong courtroom presence, legal writing, and negotiation skills • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision • Serve as lead strategist on high-asset divorce cases • Independently manage matters from intake through trial • Train and mentor associate attorneys • Review and approve associates’ work product • This role is not suitable for entry-level attorneys Compensation: $150,000+ Depending on Experience

    • Independently manage complex family law matters, including: • High-asset divorce • Custody and visitation disputes • Alimony and child support • Equitable distribution • Serve as lead attorney on cases from intake through resolution • Develop legal strategy and provide high-level counsel to clients • Mentor and train associate attorneys on legal strategy, courtroom preparation, and client management • Review pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements prepared by associates • Appear in court as needed and provide guidance on litigation strategy • Collaborate with firm leadership to improve processes and practice standards

  • Compensation
    $150,000 per year