Associate Attorney needed for Fort Wayne office

Job Overview
An established law firm located in Fort Wayne, IN, is seeking an experienced associate attorney to join their team, focusing on Family Law and/or Estate and Medicaid planning. The firm has been serving the Northeast Indiana area for over a decade and offers a wide range of services, including Family Law, Civil Litigation, Personal Injury, Criminal Law, Bankruptcy, Estate Litigation, and General Practice. The firm is looking for a motivated attorney to manage a caseload, provide legal advice, and handle client interactions.

Location

• Fort Wayne, IN

Duties

• Conduct new client intake appointments and gather case details.
• Draft and file pleadings and motions with the court.
• Create detailed dictations with instructions for paralegals and staff.
• Draft legal correspondence, including emails, letters, and messages to court staff and opposing counsel.
• Respond to client inquiries via phone, email, and other communications.
• Prepare for trial by organizing exhibits, contacting witnesses, preparing trial outlines, and formulating questions for witnesses.
• Manage and calendar deadlines effectively.
• Organize and maintain both paper and electronic client files.
• Prepare legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, motions, discovery, and proposed orders.
• Conduct legal research and write memorandums of case law.
• Investigate facts, including background checks, driving histories, skip-tracing defendants, and social media reviews.
• Schedule, prepare for, and attend hearings, trials, depositions, mediations, and other important legal proceedings.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure coverage of hearings, adherence to deadlines, and client satisfaction.
• Maintain punctuality for meetings, hearings, and other appointments.

Requirements

• Admittance to the Indiana Bar is required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Family Law, Estate Planning, or related fields.
• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Ability to travel to and from surrounding county courthouses.
• Organized, with a keen attention to detail.
• Strong legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent oral advocacy and communication skills.
• Compassionate and client-oriented approach to legal services.
• Willingness to learn and continue professional development.
• Strong integrity and ethical standards.

Education

• J.D. degree from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admission to the Indiana State Bar.

Skills

• Legal research and writing expertise.
• Oral advocacy and communication proficiency.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with a client-focused approach.
• Attention to detail and the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and clients.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off