Junior to Mid-Level Family Law Associate Attorney

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Job Overview

A law firm seeks a highly motivated Junior to Mid-Level Associate Attorney to join its family law practice. This role provides the opportunity to work on a diverse range of family law cases in a supportive, professional environment. The firm is committed to delivering exceptional client service and fostering professional growth, making it an ideal setting for attorneys who value collaboration, creativity, and high-quality legal work.

Duties

• Draft legal documents, including memoranda, pleadings, motions, discovery requests, and correspondence.
• Conduct legal research to support case strategies and arguments.
• Draft and respond to discovery requests such as interrogatories, requests for production, and requests for admissions.
• Prepare and produce documents for discovery, including subpoenas and subpoenas duces tecum.
• Conduct and defend depositions, prepare outlines, and assemble exhibit notebooks.
• Perform trial preparation tasks, including drafting direct and cross-examinations, witness preparation, and assembling trial notebooks.
• Conduct witness interviews and gather relevant case information.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, including motion hearings, trials, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR) sessions such as mediation.
• Collaborate with the Principal Attorney on complex case matters and provide litigation support as needed.
• Maintain an organized litigation bag and ensure readiness for hearings, depositions, and ADR sessions.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2 years of experience practicing family law, with a strong understanding of contested divorce litigation preferred.
• Admission to the Bar in at least one of the following jurisdictions: D.C., Virginia, or Maryland.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with clients, colleagues, and courts.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop and implement innovative legal solutions.
• Outstanding organizational and time-management abilities to handle competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• A dedication to providing exceptional client service that exceeds expectations.
• Friendly, professional demeanor with a commitment to teamwork and collaboration.

Education

• Juris Doctorate (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Active Bar membership in good standing in D.C., Virginia, or Maryland.

Skills

• Proficiency in legal research, drafting, and courtroom advocacy.
• Strong analytical and critical-thinking abilities to address complex legal issues.
• Ability to manage a high caseload while maintaining attention to detail and accuracy.
• Effective collaboration and adaptability to work within a team-oriented environment.
• Technological proficiency in legal research tools and case management software.

Benefits

• A supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and skill-building.
• Exposure to challenging and diverse family law cases.

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
1629 K ST NW, Suite 300
Washington
District of Columbia
United States 20006
Phone : (202) 955-5585
Fax : (213) 895-7306