What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Law Attorney position at Christensen Law?
We are a fast-growing family law firm focused on providing high-quality legal representation while maintaining exceptional client communication and case organization. Our team values professionalism, accountability, efficiency, and compassionate advocacy for clients navigating difficult situations.
We are seeking a motivated Associate Attorney who is ready to take ownership of cases, grow professionally, and contribute to a collaborative team environment.
Christensen Law (www.ccplawyers.com), a Salt Lake City law firm engaged in family and general civil practice, seeks to hire a full-time associate attorney. Pay range is $110,000 to $130,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
Job Description/Expectations:
- Oversee cases and work with lead attorney as needed, depending on case and preference (mentoring and independence available, as preferred)
- Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of clients
- Review/analyze discovery; propound discovery requests
- Work on hearing and trial preparation
- Represent clients in court and at mediation.
- Comply with all legal stands and regulations.
- Pitch in with other cases as needed
- Bill an average of 140 hours per month
Qualifications:
- Bar licensed with five plus years experience
- Familiarity with various pleading documents
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Ability to build a rapport with clients
- Excellent understanding of deadlines and timeframes
- Excellent research and writing and verbal communication skills
- Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
- Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and legal correspondence
- Comfortable appearing in court hearings, mediations, and negotiations
- Strong organizational and case management abilities
- Proficiency with legal software and Microsoft Office Suite
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience using case management systems such as Clio Manage
- Ability to work independently while collaborating with a team
- Strong billing judgment and time-management skills
- Client-focused mindset with professionalism and empathy
- Experience handling high-conflict or complex family law matters
- Spanish-speaking abilities are a plus
- 5 years of family law experience
Ideal Candidate Traits
- Detail-oriented and proactive
- Strong work ethic and accountability
- Comfortable taking ownership of cases
- Solution-oriented and adaptable
- Committed to providing high-quality client service
Features
- Licensing fees paid
- CLE paid
- Flexible schedule
- Friendly environment
- Parking pass included
- Downtown location near TRAX
- Health Insurance (ICHRA): We provide a tax-free monthly stipend for you to choose and purchase your own individual health insurance policy through the healthcare Marketplace.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $110,000.00 - $130,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Experience:
- Family law: 2 years (Preferred)
- Work Location: In person
Salary : $110,000 - $130,000