What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Law Attorney position at The Law Offices of Josephia Rouse?
About the job:
Our law firm is seeking a family attorney who can assist our clients in navigating the sensitive legal issues of family law, including child custody, child abuse, and domestic violence. Jobseekers should be equally familiar with prenuptial agreements, divorce, alimony, child support, and real estate, and be able to effectively engage in oral debate and negotiation even in highly stressful and emotional situations. If you are driven by an opportunity to help people during one of the toughest times in their lives and have a proven track record of success, apply now.
Responsibilities
- Create legal documents such as pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgements and orders for a high volume of cases
- Represent clients in court proceedings as needed
- Help solve legal problems for clients through analyzing the situation, understanding their needs, and creating a strategic plan of action
- Work closely with paralegals and senior partners to ensure swift action through the civil litigation process
- Keep client files properly organized and up to date
Qualifications
- Prior experience representing clients in trials and mediation
- Must be able to handle a moderate caseload while supervising others
- Persuasive writing skills and verbal communication skills are critical, along with management and interpersonal skills
- At least 1-2 years of working in a law firm on family law issues as well as real estate (determining marital property) is necessary
- Undergraduate degree with a legal background and Juris Doctor degree required
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, especially in highly stressful and emotional situations
About The Law Offices of Josephia Rouse
We are a fast-growing, tech-savvy family law firm, looking for someone who is up for the challenge of making a difference every day in the lives of our clients. Our clients are our focus, we are focused on creating a plan with them and following through with that plan so that they can look forward to a better life after divorce.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $140,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Baltimore, MD 21230
Salary : $140,000 - $175,000
