Family Law Attorney

A law firm seeks a skilled and experienced family law attorney to join its Family Law Practice Group in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. This is an exciting opportunity for an attorney with a strong background in divorce, custody, and support matters. The ideal candidate will have experience handling cases from initial intake through trial and be motivated to collaborate with a team on larger cases while also developing a client base. Experience in the five-county area is a plus.

Duties:

• Manage a caseload of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, and spousal support cases.
• Provide legal counsel and representation to clients throughout the entire process, from initial consultation to trial and settlement.
• Draft and file legal documents, such as petitions, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediation, and court proceedings.
• Collaborate with colleagues on complex or large cases while also maintaining an independent practice.
• Build and maintain client relationships, ensuring excellent communication and client satisfaction.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in family law regulations and legal precedents.
• Guide clients on legal strategies and options, including negotiating settlements and alternative dispute resolution methods.

Requirements:

• Strong experience in family law, including divorce, custody, and support matters.
• Proven ability to handle cases independently and see them through to completion, including trial.
• Motivated to work collaboratively on larger cases while developing and managing a caseload.
• Familiarity with the five-county area is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong negotiation and litigation abilities.
• Ability to empathize with clients while providing clear, professional legal advice.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Admission to the Pennsylvania Bar (required).

Skills:

• Expertise in family law, including divorce, child custody, and support cases.
• Strong legal research, writing, and drafting skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and prioritize effectively.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Experience handling cases in both collaborative and adversarial settings.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health and dental insurance.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and mentorship.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.

This position offers a unique opportunity for a family law attorney looking to work on diverse and complex cases while building own practice within a supportive team environment.

This firm has offices located in Centreville, Kennett Square, Doylestown, and West Chester. This firm has over 30 attorneys that are dedicated to providing each client with the highest quality legal services and representation. This firm has been practicing for over 100 years and has earned its reputation of hard work, commitment, diligence, and integrity. This firm's practice areas include banking and finance; criminal defense; estate, trust, and elder law; litigation; real estate and land use law; business and corporate; employment law; family law; personal injury; and tax.