Domestic Relations Associate Attorney

Job Title: Domestic Relations Associate Attorney

Job Overview: A reputable law firm in Cleveland, OH, is looking for an experienced Domestic Relations Associate Attorney to join its growing team. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in family law, including drafting legal documents, conducting research, and managing court appearances. The firm offers a collaborative and dynamic environment where attorneys work together to deliver top-notch legal services to clients.

Duties:

• Represent clients in domestic relations matters, including divorce, custody, child support, and spousal support.
• Draft legal documents such as petitions, motions, and agreements.
• Conduct legal research and stay current on family law trends and updates.
• Manage case files, timelines, and client communications effectively.
• Prepare and present cases in court, including hearings, trials, and settlement negotiations.
• Advise clients on legal rights and options regarding family law matters.
• Collaborate with colleagues and senior partners on complex legal issues.

Requirements:

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in domestic relations law.
• Proven ability to handle family law cases, including drafting documents and representing clients in court.
• Strong research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Detail-oriented with the capacity to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a team setting.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Admitted to practice law in Ohio.

Skills:

• Domestic relations and family law expertise.
• Strong legal writing and drafting skills.
• Legal research proficiency.
• Courtroom experience.
• Client management and communication.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach.

Job Location: Cleveland, OH

This Vault-ranked firm has a client-first mindset, where attorneys are rewarded based on their listening and understanding their clients' goals, thinking creatively and aggressively to advance those goals, and obtaining the clients' ultimate success. Attorneys at this firm partner with members of the firm's affiliated businesses to provide comprehensive service to clients. These partnerships allow clients to access business consulting across a variety of disciplines. The attorneys truly work as one team to help their clients succeed. This modern, progressive firm boasts a highly respectful, transparent workplace culture, which fosters creativity, teamwork, inclusion, diversity, and service to clients and communities. This firm emphasizes significant investment in the communities where their attorneys live and practice. Compensation at this firm is competitive with peer firms in the region.