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Job Details

Family Attorney

Company name
BCG Attorney Search

Experience
1-10 yrs required

Location
Kennebunk, ME, United States

Industry
Legal

Posted on
Apr 22, 2025

Valid Through
May 22, 2025

Profile

Job Title: Family Attorney

Job Overview:

A law firm based in Kennebunk, ME, is actively seeking a Family Law Associate with a litigation-driven mindset and a dedication to guiding clients through challenging domestic matters. This role is ideal for an attorney who thrives in contentious proceedings, values client relationships, and enjoys balancing courtroom appearances with strategic negotiation. The position involves managing a range of matrimonial and custody-related cases, with significant responsibility and autonomy from the outset.

Duties:

  • Advocate in proceedings related to marital dissolution, including asset division, custody determinations, and spousal support.

  • Draft and review pleadings, motions, and legal correspondence about family law matters.

  • Prepare for and participate in hearings, trials, and depositions, taking lead responsibility for managing assigned caseloads.

  • Engage in settlement negotiations with opposing parties, offering clients both assertive representation and practical advice.

  • Conduct legal research and remain up to date on procedural changes and precedents affecting family law.

  • Maintain consistent communication with clients to ensure clarity, empathy, and strategic alignment throughout their case.

  • Collaborate with colleagues when necessary to develop case strategies and share knowledge.

Requirements:

  • 1-5 years of professional legal experience, specifically within the domain of family law.

  • Strong background in litigating complex domestic relations cases.

  • Demonstrated capacity for handling contested divorce, custody, and support proceedings.

  • Proven effectiveness in written and oral advocacy.

  • Familiarity with state-specific family law statutes and procedural rules.

  • Commitment to client advocacy and legal ethics.

Education:

  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school.

Certifications:

  • Licensed and in good standing with the state bar.

Skills:

  • Strategic thinker with excellent judgment and emotional intelligence.

  • Skilled in negotiation and alternative dispute resolution techniques.

  • Strong organizational capabilities to manage deadlines and complex cases.

  • Ability to build rapport with clients during emotionally difficult situations.

  • Self-motivated and dependable when working independently; collaborative in team settings.

Job Location:

  • Kennebunk, ME

Company info

BCG Attorney Search
125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York
New York
United States 10017
Phone : (212) 232-0277
Fax : (213) 895-7306

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