Associate Attorney needed for San Diego office

Job Title: Associate Attorney
Job Location: San Diego, CA

Job Overview:
A prestigious law firm in San Diego is seeking an Associate Attorney to join their family law practice. The role involves handling a variety of family law cases, providing expert legal counsel, and representing clients in meetings and court proceedings. The ideal candidate will be a diligent and detail-oriented attorney with a solid foundation in family law and a passion for delivering effective legal solutions.

Duties:

• Meet with clients to understand the facts and goals of their cases.
• Conduct legal research on relevant statutes, case law, and other legal materials.
• Draft legal documents including petitions, responses, and trial briefs.
• Represent clients in meetings, hearings, and court trials.
• Advocate for clients’ interests with professionalism and dedication.
• Keep senior attorneys informed of key developments in ongoing cases.
• Maintain confidentiality of client information and ensure secure storage of all data.
• Report on billable hours worked for each assignment.
• Collaborate with paralegals and administrative staff to ensure client needs are met efficiently.
• Stay informed about updates and changes to family law legislation.
• Participate in networking groups, such as BNI or ProVisors, to build connections.

Requirements:

• Law degree from an accredited institution.
• Active license to practice law in California.
• 1-3 years of experience practicing family law.
• Eagerness to learn from senior attorneys and adapt to firm practices.
• Knowledge of family law legislation and case law.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and understanding of human behavior.
• Ability to work efficiently under pressure.
• Minimum billable hours requirement of 6 hours per day.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in the state of California.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Ability to effectively advocate in family law matters.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Detail-oriented and precise in handling legal documents.

Job Location:

• San Diego, CA

Focusing exclusively on Family Law, this firm has a proven track record of success. The highly experienced attorneys support clients every step of the way by providing expertise related to divorce proceedings, separation agreements, property settlements, and prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.