Family Law Attorney

Job Title: Family Law Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm located in Tempe, AZ, is seeking a skilled and motivated Family Law Attorney to join their growing team. This role provides an opportunity for professionals passionate about family law to manage a diverse caseload, including cases related to divorce, paternity, custody disputes, child support enforcement, adoptions, and other civil litigation matters. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with a supportive staff and management team in a collaborative environment.

Duties:

• Manage and oversee a full caseload of family law cases from start to finish
• Advise clients on legal matters related to divorce, child custody, child support, adoption, and other family law issues
• Represent clients in court, negotiating settlements and advocating on their behalf
• Draft legal documents, including motions, pleadings, and client communications
• Collaborate with support staff to ensure timely completion of casework
• Maintain clear, professional, and consistent communication with clients
• Stay updated on developments in family law to provide informed legal advice

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree
• Active and good-standing membership with the Arizona State Bar
• Minimum of 3 years of experience practicing family law
• Demonstrated ability to manage cases independently
• Strong understanding of family law principles and practices
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Bilingual in Spanish is a plus

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active membership in good standing with the Arizona State Bar

Skills:

• Proficient in family law principles
• Strong legal research and writing abilities
• Effective negotiation and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Bilingual skills (Spanish) are an asset

Job Location:
Tempe, AZ

This firm's Tempe office offers legal counsel to entrepreneurs, investors and business owners on business and commercial legal matters including real estate, litigation, civil litigation, employment management, asset protection, tax, intellectual property, trademarks, patents, employment VISAs, real estate, and corporate bankruptcy matters. They are also experts in providing legal advice on estate planning, criminal defense, appeals, family law, bankruptcy, employment, immigration, personal injury, and medical malpractice issues to a wide variety of clients.