Family Lawyer

Company: The Law Offices of Josephia Rouse
Location: Takoma Park
Posted on: September 21, 2023

Job Description:

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:

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
--- 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

About Company:
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.

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