What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Law Attorney position at Law Offices of Eugene Mogilevsky?
The Law Offices of Eugene Mogilevsky, LLC is seeking a Family Law Attorney to manage cases and represent clients in Indiana courts. The successful candidate must have family law litigation experience and be able to independently conduct contested hearings and present cases in court.
Our family law practice handles contested and uncontested divorce; property and debt division; child custody, parenting time, and support; paternity; spousal maintenance; guardianship; adoption; and post-decree modifications. We also assist clients with prenuptial and postnuptial agreements and matters involving the rights of mothers, fathers, and grandparents.
Responsibilities
- Manage family law cases from initial consultation through settlement, hearing, or trial.
- Represent clients in contested hearings and trials, including presenting evidence, examining witnesses, and making legal arguments.
- Handle divorce and parenting disputes, including requests for temporary orders, modifications, and enforcement of existing orders.
- Develop case strategy; conduct discovery; review financial and other evidence; and prepare clients and witnesses for mediation and court.
- Draft and argue pleadings and motions, and prepare agreements, briefs, proposed orders, and other legal documents.
- Negotiate settlements and advise clients on practical options while remaining prepared to litigate unresolved issues.
- Communicate promptly with clients, maintain accurate case files, meet deadlines, and collaborate with attorneys and support staff.
Required qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school.
- Active admission to practice law in Indiana, in good standing.
- At least two years of family law experience.
- Demonstrated ability to independently represent clients at contested hearings.
- Strong experience with pleadings, motions, discovery, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy.
- Excellent legal writing, organization, judgment, and client communication skills.
Trial experience, including examination of witnesses and presentation of evidence, is strongly preferred. Experience with complex divorce, contested custody, financial issues, guardianship, or adoption is valuable.
Compensation and schedule
- Base salary: $90,000–$120,000 per year, depending on relevant experience and litigation capabilities.
- Benefits: Paid time off.
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, with flexibility as needed for court appearances and case deadlines.
- Location: In person at 9963 Crosspoint Boulevard, Suite 103, Indianapolis, IN 46256, with travel to courts as required.
How to apply
Please send your résumé and a brief description of your family law litigation experience to eugene@egmlegal.com. Include the types of contested hearings and trials you have handled and whether you served as lead counsel.
Background checks: Any offer of employment is contingent upon verification of Indiana bar standing and completion of background checks relevant to the position, conducted in accordance with applicable law. The firm will obtain any required authorization before using a third-party background screening service.
The Law Offices of Eugene Mogilevsky, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off
License/Certification:
- Indiana Bar Admission (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $90,000 - $120,000