Family Law Attorney

Attorney Sharon Jackson, LLC

Family Law Attorney

Lawrenceville, GA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Our law group is growing, and we are looking for a sharp family attorney who will zealously represent 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. We offer unique benefits, superior pay and incentives, and opportunities for A players only. Responsibilities: • Collaborate with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move files through the civil litigation process • Prepare legal documents such as legal pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgments, and orders for a high volume of cases • Advocate on behalf of clients by understanding their needs, effectively analyzing the situation and forming a strategy for a plan of action • Maintain client files to ensure they are properly organized and up to date • Attend court proceedings as needed to represent clients • Our lawyers focus on the work that a law degree is required for, not tasks that can be performed by paralegals and legal assistants. You must have the ability to delegate and lead to be an effective attorney with our team. You must know and lead your cases. The support staff will handle telephone, calendaring, and scheduling. • Determine case strategy and resources needed, such as a GAL, mediator, expert, home appraisal, etc. • Negotiate settlements through settlement conferences and or mediation. • Develop and implement a litigation strategy. • Develop cross-examination, direct examination, and trial strategy. • Dictate strategy, needs, and methods to paralegals and legal assistants. Review and approve all drafts. • Lead client communication and client happiness efforts. • Facilitate resolutions that save the client money and consider the client's budget. • Litigate when necessary, ensuring that clients see you fighting for them and ensuring that they get whatever they are entitled to receive. • Engage with clients frequently and help clients cope amid stressful family situations. • Obtain at least one five-star client every month. • Operate efficiently and meet billable hour requirements. • Manage the accounts receivable on cases that you own, ensuring that your clients have the proper funds before the work is performed. Qualifications: • Strong knowledge base of representing plaintiffs and defendants • Must have worked on family law issues for at least 1-2 years; handling of real estate also required • Active membership with the ABA (American Bar Association) • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, especially in highly stressful and emotional situations • Bachelor’s degree with a legal background and J.D. degree are required • A minimum of 2 years of family law experience is required. • Sensitive people are NOT a fit for our company or our team. This is family law. It requires tough, get-it-done professionals who don't get their feathers ruffled easily. You must be able to handle difficult judges, challenging clients, and combative opposing attorneys. • Must be able to take criticism and feedback from clients, opposing parties, and judges. • Commitment to continuous learning and improvement is required. • A sense of humor and a positive attitude are needed for this industry and our firm. • The desire to win and be the best is essential for trial lawyers in our firm. • Commitment to excellence is required. Compensation: $90,000 - $155,000 yearly

    • Our lawyers focus on the work that a law degree is required for, not tasks that can be performed by paralegals and legal assistants. You must have the ability to delegate and lead to be an effective attorney with our team. You must know and lead your cases. The support staff will handle telephone, calendaring, and scheduling. • Determine case strategy and resources needed, such as a GAL, mediator, expert, home appraisal, etc. • Negotiate settlements through settlement conferences and or mediation. • Develop and implement a litigation strategy. • Develop cross-examination, direct examination, and trial strategy. • Dictate strategy, needs, and methods to paralegals and legal assistants. Review and approve all drafts. • Lead client communication and client happiness efforts. • Facilitate resolutions that save the client money and consider the client's budget. • Litigate when necessary, ensuring that clients see you fighting for them and ensuring that they get whatever they are entitled to receive. • Engage with clients frequently and help clients cope amid stressful family situations. • Obtain at least one five-star client every month. • Operate efficiently and meet billable hour requirements. • Manage the accounts receivable on cases that you own, ensuring that your clients have the proper funds before the work is performed.

  • Compensation
    $90,000-$155,000 per year