Attorney needed for Columbia office

Job Title: Attorney

Job Location: Columbia, MO

Job Overview:

A leading law firm seeks a highly motivated and dynamic Attorney to join their team. This role involves providing expert legal guidance and representation to clients facing various family law matters, including divorce, legal separation, paternity actions, and estate planning. The attorney will handle all aspects of family law cases and collaborate with a dedicated legal team to ensure the best possible outcomes for clients.

Duties:

• Draft and file legal documents, including pleadings, motions, judgments, and orders
• Engage in correspondence with clients, court personnel, and opposing counsel
• Prepare and interview witnesses for court cases, ensuring readiness for trial
• Represent clients in court and manage all aspects of assigned cases
• Conduct thorough legal research on relevant family law issues
• Perform necessary administrative tasks, such as maintaining case files and organizing documentation

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree
• Active license to practice law in Missouri
• Previous experience in family law preferred

Education:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Missouri

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage a full caseload
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in legal research and drafting legal documents
• Courtroom experience and trial preparation

Job Location:

• Columbia, MO

Benefits:

• Comprehensive health insurance (99% employer-paid for employees)
• Dental and vision insurance
• Employer-matched 401(k) and Roth IRA
• Paid time off, including vacation, personal days, and sick leave
• Paid holidays, including your birthday as a paid day off
• 36 work-from-home days
• Signing and productivity bonuses
• Company-provided laptop and cell phone
• Mentorship and growth opportunities within the firm
• Malpractice insurance paid Bar and CLE dues
• Eligible insurance coverage options for accidental, critical illness, short-term disability, and term life insurance

This law firm was founded a few years ago to address legal issues that can profoundly affect families. Their goal is to ensure that the clients' best interests are served through swift and effective legal representation or legal counseling. Their areas of practice include divorce, child custody, child support, property division, ADR, family violence, military divorce, and family law. The firm has offices in MO that are located in Clayton, Ellisville, Arnold, Lee's Summit, St. Charles, Troy, Columbia, Kansas City, and St. Louis. The firm also have offices in Illinois that are located in Belleville, Waterloo, and Springfield.