Litigation Family Law Attorney

Job Overview:
A law firm is seeking an experienced Family Law Attorney to provide legal representation for clients in Edwardsville, Belleville, and Springfield, IL, with a remote work setup. This role involves handling family law matters such as divorce, child custody, spousal support, and property division. The ideal candidate will have 2-7 years of family law litigation experience, with strong research, writing, and client management skills.

Location:

• Edwardsville, IL

Duties:

• Represent clients in family law cases, including divorce, child custody, spousal support, and property division
• Draft legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and agreements
• Conduct legal research and remain current on developments in family law
• Attend court hearings, trials, and present cases effectively
• Provide legal advice and support to clients throughout the legal process
• Collaborate with paralegals and legal staff to ensure efficient case management

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
• Admission to the state bar and in good standing
• 2-7 years of experience in family law litigation
• Strong analytical, research, and writing skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases and meet deadlines
• Commitment to providing high-quality legal representation

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the State Bar (Illinois) and in good standing

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing capabilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Ability to manage multiple cases efficiently
• Proficiency in using legal software and case management tools
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with legal teams

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Wellness Program with potential for employer-paid health premiums
• Dental and Vision coverage
• Life, Long-term Disability (LTD) & Short-term Disability (STD)
• 401(k) plan
• Flexible spending plans and more

This law firm was founded over two decades ago and it specializes in providing men services in divorce, fathers rights, child support, and various other matters pertaining to family. Their areas of practice include legal separation, military law, paternity, property division, protection orders, contempt proceedings, child support, and more. They have many offices all across the United States.