Family Law Attorney

Collins Family & Elder Law Group

Family Law Attorney

charleston, SC
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We're seeking a passionate Family Law Attorney to join our dynamic team at Collins Family & Elder Law Group. You'll be part of a fast-growing firm that prides itself on innovation, collaboration, and a deep commitment to our clients. Our team values ethical, professional, and trustworthy members who are fierce advocates for families. You'll enjoy a supportive work environment with ample opportunities for career growth, competitive compensation, and a strong work-life balance. Our benefits package includes retirement plans, health insurance, and bonus opportunities. In this role, you'll collaborate with fellow attorneys and staff in a client-focused, team-driven atmosphere. Your ability to communicate with clarity and empathy will be crucial as you work closely with clients. We seek individuals with initiative, problem-solving skills, and a drive for excellence. Your contributions will not go unnoticed, as we celebrate and reward hard work and dedication. Ready to make a difference with us? Apply by submitting your resume and cover letter, including a memorable book or movie you've encountered recently and what made it stand out to you. Responsibilities: • Help effectively solve legal problems for clients by analyzing the situation, understanding their needs, and creating a strategic plan of action • Draft pleadings, motions, contracts, and marital settlement agreements, handle the division of marital assets, judgments, and orders for family law cases • Attend court proceedings as needed to ensure effective representation of clients • Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals to effectively move files through the civil litigation process • Consult with potential clients to ascertain their needs and decide on the next steps • Engage in matter management to ensure timely progress in all cases • Confirm all work is consistently quality-reviewed for case law and written content/clarity Qualifications: • License to practice law in South Carolina • 4+ years of experience working in a law firm on family law issues, with sufficient experience to work independently on certain cases and retain new clients • Experience with billing and keeping track of billable time on cases • Great negotiation and communication skills, particularly in stressful and emotional situations • Team-oriented, flexible, organized, and willing to work across office locations when needed is a plus • Self-starter who will take the proactive initiative to complete priorities on a daily basis • Ability to creatively problem-solve and come up with workable solutions, figure things out on your own • Must be willing to travel locally around Charleston and Beaufort, as well as the surrounding area, for mediations, depositions, and court Compensation: $100,000+ yearly DOE

    • Help effectively solve legal problems for clients by analyzing the situation, understanding their needs, and creating a strategic plan of action • Draft pleadings, motions, contracts, and marital settlement agreements, handle the division of marital assets, judgments, and orders for family law cases • Attend court proceedings as needed to ensure effective representation of clients • Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals to effectively move files through the civil litigation process • Consult with potential clients to ascertain their needs and decide on the next steps • Engage in matter management to ensure timely progress in all cases • Confirm all work is consistently quality-reviewed for case law and written content/clarity

  • Compensation
    $100,000 per year