The Maine Legal Group seeks an experienced litigation attorney to build a rewarding practice in family law. This role is ideal for an attorney who enjoys courtroom advocacy, strategic problem-solving, and guiding clients through consequential moments. Attorneys work from one of our core offices in Kennebunk or Brunswick and benefit from the support of a collaborative legal team, ongoing professional development opportunities, and flexibility in how they manage their work. Competitive salary of $90,000–$150,000 base, commensurate with trial experience, caseload independence, and years practicing. Responsibilities: Manage a caseload of family law matters. Advise and represent clients through all phases of a matter, from initial strategy through negotiated resolution, hearing, or trial. Appear in court for conferences, motion hearings, contested hearings, and trials. Conduct discovery, legal research, motion practice, and trial preparation. Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, settlement agreements, and other case-related documents. Negotiate effectively with opposing counsel and prosecutors while preparing each matter for litigation when necessary. Maintain timely, compassionate, and clear communication with clients. Collaborate with the firm’s attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and administrative and leadership teams. Manage deadlines, case strategy, documentation, and client expectations with a high degree of professional responsibility. Qualifications: • Required Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school. Active membership in good standing with the Maine Bar, or eligibility and willingness to obtain prompt admission. At least two years of attorney experience. Demonstrated ability to manage contested matters, advise clients, negotiate favorable resolutions, and effectively represent clients in court. Genuine interest in developing and maintaining an active practice in family law Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, case-management, and client-communication skills. • Preferred Ability to manage matters independently while collaborating effectively with attorneys and support staff. Two or more years of litigation experience. Prior experience handling family law matters. Courtroom, contested-hearing, or trial experience. Admission to the U.S. District Court for the District of Maine. Compensation: $90,000 - $150,000 yearly

• Manage a caseload of family law matters. • Advise and represent clients through all phases of a matter, from initial strategy through negotiated resolution, hearing, or trial. • Appear in court for conferences, motion hearings, contested hearings, and trials. • Conduct discovery, legal research, motion practice, and trial preparation. • Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, settlement agreements, and other case-related documents. • Negotiate effectively with opposing counsel and prosecutors while preparing each matter for litigation when necessary. • Maintain timely, compassionate, and clear communication with clients. • Collaborate with the firm’s attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and administrative and leadership teams. • Manage deadlines, case strategy, documentation, and client expectations with a high degree of professional responsibility.