Senior Associate Attorney needed for Pensacola office

Job Overview: A law firm in Pensacola, FL is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney with expertise in family law to join their team. The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree, be an active member in good standing with the Florida Bar, and possess a strong passion for serving clients.

Duties:

• Advise clients on their legal rights and draw up legal documents regarding their cases
• Analyze probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents
• Manage the workload of cases efficiently
• Independently handle complex child custody disputes and divorces, including issues of domestic violence, substance abuse, and mental health
• Provide empathy and compassion for clients while empowering them to take control of their lives
• Represent clients in court including motions, hearings, and trials
• Negotiate settlements in formal mediation or informal settings
• Perform research, draft briefs, pleadings, and motions
• Manage and collaborate with team members including Paralegals and other professional staff

Requirements:

• Family Law experience
• Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree
• An active member in good standing with the Florida Bar
• Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with clients and the team
• Demonstrated a history of excellence in their career and a passion for serving clients
• Basic computer hardware and software knowledge, preferably in Microsoft Office: Excel / Outlook / Word
• Advanced knowledge in client confidentiality, legal administration, legal compliance, litigation, administrative writing, documentation, word processing, verbal communication, and client relations
• Ability to understand complex legal documents/forms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Familiarity with Zoom and Video Conferencing

Education and Certifications:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree
• Active membership in good standing with the Florida Bar

Skills:

• Advanced knowledge of legal procedures and principles
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage workload effectively and efficiently
• Strong negotiation and mediation skills
• Proficient in legal research and drafting legal documents
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Familiarity with Zoom and Video Conferencing

Location: Pensacola, FL

Benefits Offered:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance with options to add spouse and dependents
• Progressive Paid Time Off starting with one week per year, 9 paid Flex Holidays
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Parental, Personal, and Bereavement Leave
• Paid Continuing Legal Education, bar dues, and other certification dues

This family and divorce law firm is located in Pensacola, Florida. Its practice areas include Alimony, Contested & Uncontested Divorce, Military Divorce, High-Conflict Divorce, Child Abuse, Child Custody, Child Support, International Abduction, and Modifications.