Family Law Attorney

Job Title: Family Law Attorney

Job Overview: A reputable law firm based in Philadelphia, PA is seeking an Associate Attorney with a focus on Family Law. The position involves handling family-related legal matters, including divorce, custody, and support cases. This role requires frequent court appearances and offers the chance to broaden your expertise into other areas of law. Ideal for candidates with 1-3 years of experience or those awaiting their Bar results.

Duties:

• Manage family law cases, such as divorce, custody, and support, from intake to resolution.
• Represent clients in court proceedings.
• Provide legal support and manage overflow cases from other attorneys within the firm.
• Maintain strong relationships with clients and offer personalized legal counsel.

Requirements:

• Familiarity with Pennsylvania Family Law, including local court systems.
• Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues.
• Demonstrated excellence in written communication, analysis, and interpersonal interactions.
• Must be licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania or awaiting Bar results.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Completion of the Pennsylvania Bar Exam or awaiting results.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Pennsylvania (or recently sat for the Bar Exam).

Skills:

• Expertise in managing complex family law cases.
• Excellent courtroom representation and litigation skills.
• Strong legal writing and research abilities.
• Effective communication and client management.
• Ability to work efficiently both autonomously and in a team setting.

Job Location:

• Philadelphia, PA

This Pennsylvania based family run firm provides a wide range of legal services to its clients. Its main practice areas include estate planning, personal injury, tax, real estate, family law, and criminal defense. This firm was established in 1949. The firm's office is located in Bensalem, Pennsylvania.