Junior to Mid-Level Family Law Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Junior to Mid-Level Associate Attorney to join its family law practice. This role provides the opportunity to work on a diverse range of family law cases in a supportive, professional environment. The firm is committed to delivering exceptional client service and fostering professional growth, making it an ideal setting for attorneys who value collaboration, creativity, and high-quality legal work.

Duties

• Draft legal documents, including memoranda, pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and correspondence.
• Conduct legal research to support case strategies and arguments.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests such as interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admissions.
• Prepare and produce documents for discovery, including subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum.
• Conduct and defend depositions, prepare outlines, and assemble exhibit notebooks.
• Perform trial preparation tasks, including drafting direct and cross-examinations, witness preparation, and assembling trial notebooks.
• Conduct witness interviews and gather relevant case information.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, including motion hearings, trials, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) sessions such as mediation.
• Collaborate with the Principal Attorney on complex case matters and provide litigation support as needed.
• Maintain an organized litigation bag and ensure readiness for hearings, depositions, and ADR sessions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience practicing family law, with a strong understanding of contested divorce litigation preferred.
• Admission to the Bar in at least one of the following jurisdictions: D.C., Virginia, or Maryland.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with clients, colleagues, and courts.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop and implement innovative legal solutions.
• Outstanding organizational and time-management abilities to handle competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• A dedication to providing exceptional client service that exceeds expectations.
• Friendly, professional demeanor with a commitment to teamwork and collaboration.

Education

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

Certifications

• Active Bar membership in good standing in D.C., Virginia, or Maryland.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research, drafting, and courtroom advocacy.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities to address complex legal issues.
• Ability to manage a high caseload while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective collaboration and adaptability to work within a team-oriented environment.
• Technological proficiency in legal research tools and case management software.

Benefits

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill-building.
• Exposure to challenging and diverse family law cases.

This law firm provides an innovative and comprehensive approach in their legal work. Their areas of practice include family law, divorce, child support, alimony, visitation, marital settlement, and more. Their offices are located in Maryland, DC, and Virginia.