Family Law Attorney

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse family law caseload from initial client consultation through final resolution, including settlement negotiations, mediation, trial, and post-judgment proceedings.
• Represent clients in matters involving divorce, child custody, parenting plans, child support, alimony, property division, guardianships, adoptions, and other domestic relations issues.
• Draft and file pleadings, motions, discovery requests and responses, memoranda, settlement agreements, and other litigation-related documents.
• Conduct all phases of discovery, including preparing and responding to interrogatories, requests for production, subpoenas, and other discovery tools.
• Take and defend depositions, prepare witnesses, and develop case strategies to support favorable outcomes.
• Represent clients during mediations, settlement conferences, hearings, and court proceedings while providing practical and effective legal guidance.
• Cook up with paralegals, legal assistants, financial experts, guardians ad litem, and other professionals to prepare cases for litigation and trial.
• Prepare comprehensive case analyses, trial materials, exhibits, witness outlines, and legal briefs.
• Maintain an active schedule of court appearances, hearings, conferences, mediations, and client meetings.
• Advise clients regarding legal rights, obligations, risks, and strategic options throughout the course of representation.
• Aid clients with family-related estate and probate issues when applicable.
• Respond promptly to urgent client needs and provide exceptional client service during emotionally sensitive matters.
• Regularly communicate case developments and provide timely updates regarding litigation strategy, court proceedings, and settlement opportunities.
• Advocate zealously on behalf of clients while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and ethical conduct.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school and a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
• Licensed to practice in Rhode Island required.
• 5+ years of substantive family law litigation experience with demonstrated responsibility for managing cases independently.
• Proven ability to handle matters from inception through trial, including drafting pleadings, motions, discovery documents, and taking and defending depositions.
• Strong knowledge of family law statutes, court rules, procedural requirements, and litigation practices.
• Excellent oral advocacy, negotiation, and courtroom presentation skills.
• Exceptional legal research, analytical, and writing abilities with a demonstrated record of producing high-quality legal work.
• Strong academic credentials and a history of professional achievement.
• Ability to develop persuasive legal arguments and effectively advocate for clients in court, mediation, and settlement proceedings.