Family Law Attorney

Job Title: Family Law Attorney

Job Overview:

A prestigious law firm located in Chula Vista, CA is seeking a qualified Family Law Attorney. This full-time, on-site position offers the opportunity to handle a variety of family law matters, including client representation in court and management of all aspects of the legal process. The role requires a strong legal background in family law, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage a caseload independently.

Duties:

• Represent clients in family law cases, including court appearances, settlement conferences, and negotiations.
• Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery, trial briefs, and other case-related materials.
• Conduct legal research to support case strategies.
• Manage statutory deadlines for case filings and submissions.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and judges.
• Use legal software and case management systems such as MyCase, Clio, LexisNexis, DissoMaster, and Microsoft Office.
• Ensure timely and accurate billing, meeting a minimum of 30 billable hours weekly.
• Formulate case strategies and identify potential conflicts to provide resolutions.

Requirements:

• Licensed to practice law in California and good standing with the California Bar Association.
• At least 1 year of experience as an attorney, with specific experience handling family law cases independently.
• Familiarity with California family law legislation and appellate decisions.
• Proficiency in legal drafting and managing case-related tasks.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Active California State Bar license.

Skills:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with clients, colleagues, and the judiciary.
• Proficient in legal research and case management software such as MyCase, Clio, LexisNexis, DissoMaster, and Microsoft Office.
• Being bilingual in English and Spanish is highly desirable.
• Exceptional organizational and time management skills to handle multiple cases effectively.

Job Location:

• Chula Vista, CA