Mid-Level to Senior Associate Family Law Attorney - Full time

Location: San Diego, CA, USA

Annual Salary Range (based on experience): $70K+

Required Qualifications:

• License to practice law in the State of California.
• Open minded and willing to collaborate with Senior Attorneys.
• A minimum of seven years' Family Law experience will be considered.
• Pay is commensurate with experience and a sign on bonus is available to applicants with 7+ years' experience and a CFLS designation.
• Exceptional problem-solving decision-making abilities. Ability to prioritize, multitask.
• Capacity to perform skills well under stress. Strong, clear and concise communication skills.
• The successful candidate must be detail oriented with strong writing, verbal communication, strong litigation experience, and case management abilities.
• To be successful you should be reliable, tenacious, perceptive, and a fun colleague.

Job Description

We are seeking a full-time mid-level to Senior Associate Attorney with experience in family law.
A sign-on bonus may be available for candidates with 7+ years' experience and a CFLS designation. This is not a remote position.

What you will be doing:

• The mid-level to Senior Associate Attorney will assist with managing a diverse portfolio of Family Law cases.
• We have a collaborative and Supportive work environment.
• The ideal candidate will be excited by and receptive to this culture.
• The Attorney's responsibilities include meeting with clients to ascertain their needs, choosing the most appropriate course of action, and representing clients' interests at meetings and in court.
• In this role, you will be required to collaborate with and possibly report to Senior Attorneys.
• Ultimately, a top-notch Senior Associate Attorney will exhibit familiarity with all aspects of family law and will utilize this knowledge to successfully manage and conclude cases, in the client's best interests. Associate Attorney Responsibilities:
• Consult with clients to ascertain the details and merits of each case. Conduct legal research using case law, legislation and other legal texts. Draft legal documents, including Petitions, Responses, Request for Orders, Trial Briefs, Points & Authorities, etc.
• Represent clients at meetings, court hearings, and trials. Ensure all communication with clients remain confidential and are stored securely.
• Bill appropriately for all tasks salient to each case. Work effectively with paralegal and administrative staff; and Join and attend a networking group such as BNI or ProVisors.