Family Law Attorney

Job Title: Family Law Attorney

Job Location: Minnetonka, MN

Job Overview:

A well-established law firm located in Minnetonka, MN is seeking a skilled and motivated Family Law Attorney to join its growing team. This opportunity is ideal for a legal professional with a passion for family law, who thrives in a collaborative work environment and is committed to delivering exceptional client service. The firm handles a broad spectrum of family law matters including Divorce, Adoption, Child Custody, Child Support, Spousal Support, Mediation, and Appeals. The successful candidate will have a proven track record in managing complex family law cases, both in and out of the courtroom.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Represent clients from case intake through trial, ensuring high-quality legal representation at all stages.
• Prepare and file pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Manage a caseload efficiently, balancing multiple cases while meeting deadlines.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients to ensure comprehensive case strategies.
• Lead and participate in mediations, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Provide clear and strategic legal advice to clients on family law matters.
• Maintain a professional, respectful relationship with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.
• Prepare for and participate in trials, with experience in first-chair or significant second-chair roles.

Requirements:

• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in family law practice, with a focus on complex cases.
• Strong trial experience, including first-chair or significant second-chair involvement.
• Ability to manage cases independently from start to finish.
• Proven experience in drafting legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and discovery responses.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure and manage a demanding caseload.

Education:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Minnesota.

Skills:

• Expertise in family law matters such as divorce, child custody, adoption, spousal support, and child support.
• Strong understanding of family law discovery and legal strategy.
• Knowledge of financial records analysis, business valuations, and tracing in family law cases.
• Ability to engage with clients and opposing counsel professionally and diplomatically.
• Excellent organizational and time-management skills to balance a full caseload.

The law firm handles matters related to divorce, child custody, family law, workers' compensation, personal injury, wrongful death, and employment law. It has offices in Minnetonka, Bloomington, Minneapolis, and Woodbury, Minnesota.