Family Law Attorney

A law firm in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking a dedicated and experienced Family Law Attorney to join their team. The successful candidate will handle a variety of family law matters with expertise and professionalism. They will be responsible for managing client cases, drafting legal documents, and representing clients in court, all while maintaining high standards of client service and legal practice.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Meet with clients to provide legal counsel and guidance on family law matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents relevant to family law cases.
• Administer depositions and engage in the discovery process, including propounding and responding to discovery requests.
• Conduct legal research to support case strategies and prepare for court proceedings.
• Write and argue motions, and make court appearances as needed.
• Participate in trials, including interviewing witnesses and presenting evidence.
• Draft agreements and negotiate settlements on behalf of clients.
• Attend mediations and arbitrations to facilitate dispute resolution.
• Handle a range of family law cases and perform additional tasks as requested by the partners.

Requirements:

• Must be a licensed attorney in California.
• 4+ years of experience as a licensed attorney, with a strong background in family law.
• Excellent academic credentials from an accredited law school.
• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Exemplary client service skills with prompt response levels at all times.
• Desire and readiness to make court appearances, argue motions, and participate in hearings.
• Detail-oriented with robust drafting and negotiating skills, and the ability to communicate complex legal issues to non-attorneys.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, along with business judgment and strategic legal thinking.
• Ability to manage workflow independently to meet firm deadlines while achieving business and risk management objectives.
• Courtroom experience preferred.
• Knowledge of the Code of Civil Procedure.

Skills:

• Strong legal research and writing capabilities.
• Effective negotiation and settlement skills.
• Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking.
• Proficient in managing and prioritizing a diverse caseload.
• Excellent communication and client service skills.
• Detail-oriented with a focus on precision in legal documents and court proceedings.