Mid-Level Family Law Attorney I

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A law firm in Great Falls, MT, is seeking a Mid-Level Family Law Attorney I with a robust background in family law. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of legal experience, including mediation and trial experience, and will be adept at researching and analyzing complex legal issues. The role requires excellent writing and communication skills, a proactive approach to client development, and a commitment to managing a busy practice.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Mediation and Trial Experience: Participate in mediation and trial proceedings; mediation experience is highly preferred, with trial experience also valued.
• Legal Research and Writing: Research and analyze the law on complex family law issues, writing memorandums, briefs, letters, and other legal documents.
• Client Marketing: Market personal and firm services to prospective clients, including developing and maintaining client relationships.
• Discovery and Due Diligence: Perform discovery of electronically stored data and hard copies in preparation for litigation; conduct due diligence in legal matters related to contracts, agreements, and mergers and acquisitions.
• Client Communication: Communicate and advise clients effectively, managing a schedule to accommodate consultations and meet production/collection objectives.
• Consult Closure: Close consults within Gravis range of 30-50%, depending on the practice area, and ensure timely and accurate invoice approval.
• Staff Management: Ensure support staff are fully utilized and productive, and accurately update client and financial information.
• Brand Expansion: Actively engage in personal and firm brand expansion through blogs, social media, board participation, and seek positive reviews from successful client engagements.
• Additional Duties: Perform other job-related duties as assigned, demonstrating flexibility and commitment to the firm’s success.

Requirements:

• Experience: 3+ years of experience practicing family law.
• Education: Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an American Bar Association (ABA) accredited law school.
• Licensure: Active membership in good standing with the Montana State Bar.
• Skills: Excellent legal research and writing skills, with strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Additional Qualifications: Mediation experience preferred; trial experience is valued. Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines effectively.

Benefits:

• Insurance: Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching.
• Paid Time Off: Unlimited PTO for vacation and sick days, paid federal holidays, and up to 16 hours of paid volunteer time off annually.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
10537 Santa Monica Blvd., Suite 301
Century City
California
United States 90025
Phone : (310) 444 0000
Fax : (213) 895-7306