Experienced Divorce / Family Law Attorney Wanted

About the role

Our boutique Divorce / Family Law Firm is presently hiring an experienced Family Law Litigation Associate looking to advance their career in a team-oriented environment. The ideal candidate must have at least three (3) years as a Divorce / Family Law Attorney.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the minimum billable hour requirement
• Provide compassionate legal services to clients in all forms of family law matters, including divorce, equitable distribution, custody, support, step-parent adoptions. Our office also provides services for Name Changes and Estate Planning matters
• Draft legal pleadings and documents as well as researching of local rules and case law
• Represent clients in Court for conferences, hearings and trials
• Timely respond to all client telephone calls and emails within the contractual obligation set forth in the Firm's Engagement Letter
• Oversee the timeline and presentation of service of discovery and preparation of discovery responses
• Exhibit unwavering professionalism and ethical integrity

Requirements

• JD from an accredited law school and an active member in good standing of the Pennsylvania Bar
• Minimum of 3 years experience specifically in Divorce / Family law
• Strong analytical, interpersonal, and communication skills
• Strong computer skills including experience with Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel
• Is able to manage multiple cases with strict deadlines
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information

Professional development expectations

• Participate in CLEs in order to fine-tune litigation skills and techniques
• Enroll and attend meetings with the local Bar Association
• Endeavor to become a published author in his/her field
• Attend professional conferences

Benefits

• Competitive salary together with generous bonus structures
• Full benefits package including health/dental/vision/life/short term disability insurance
• Matching 401(k)

It is expected that the new Associate will start as soon as possible. We have a wonderful team of administrative and legal staff and welcome applicants who offer our clients positive motivation and dedicated guidance, and we are seeking candidates who will become part of our team. Our team is comprised of people who not only care for each other, but equally care about our clients.