Attorney

Job Description:

Job Title:  Family Law Attorney

Location: Hybrid remote in Somerville, NJ 08876

Type: FTE

Pay range: 90K- 130K

Key Responsibilities:

1. Client Representation

Provide legal advice to clients in family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, and domestic violence.

Conduct client consultations to assess legal issues and gather relevant information

Represent clients in negotiations, mediations, and court hearings.

2. Legal Research and Analysis

Conduct thorough legal research on case law, statutes, and regulations related to family law matters.

Analyze case facts and apply relevant law to provide informed legal advice.

3. Document Preparation

Draft pleadings, motions, agreements, and other legal documents.

Prepare discovery requests and responses, including interrogatories, subpoenas, and document production.

Draft settlement agreements and child custody arrangements.

4. Court Appearances

Attend hearings, trials, and conferences, advocating on behalf of clients.

5. Case Management

Manage a caseload of family law cases from intake through resolution.

Maintain accurate and organized case files and client communication.

Work with paralegals and legal assistants to ensure timely and efficient case management.

6. Client Communication

Regularly communicate with clients to keep them informed about case progress and strategy.

Provide compassionate and empathetic guidance, understanding the emotional nature of family law cases.

7. Collaborative Work

Collaborate with senior attorneys and legal teams to develop case strategies and achieve favorable outcome for clients.

Participate in team meetings and provide updates on case status.

Must Have:

• Juris Doctor (J.D) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice in the state of New Jersey
• 1-3 years of family law experience preferred, including litigation experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and case management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and handle multiple cases simultaneously
• Compassionate approach to sensitive family law issues.

This is a direct hire opportunity. The selected candidate will be employed directly by our client. All compensation and benefits, including but not limited to medical insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and other perks, will be provided by the client in accordance with their internal policies and subject to applicable laws and eligibility requirements.