What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Law Attorney position at AppleOne Employment Services?
We are seeking a Family Law Associate Attorney for our small but busy law firm. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years of experience with discovery, trials and hearings. Experience with dependency matters is a plus. This is a full-time, in office position with benefits. The attorney will be responsible for providing legal advice, conducting research, preparing documents, attending hearings / trial, and negotiating on behalf of clients. We are a very active practice, and the ideal candidate will be able to immediately handle existing matters. Friendly and fun work environment.
Education
Bachelor’s degree
Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
Licensed to practice law in Florida
Duties & Responsibilities
Provide legal support and guidance
Build trustworthy relationships with clients and communicate to understand their legal concerns and needs and to help provide them advice so they understand their options and possible outcomes
Stay informed about current legislation
Prepare legal documents such as pleadings and contracts in a timely and accurate manner
Negotiate settlements
Perform legal research
Attend court appearances as necessary
Hold initial consultations with potential clients
Assist with the discovery process by answering and issuing written discovery, administering depositions, and examining documents
Qualifications
Minimum of 2 years of experience in Family Law
Proficient with Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word and Outlook
Quick and effective research skills to prepare quality legal strategies for clients and perform in-depth research to support a case
Strong negotiation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to communicate information effectively
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to turn large amounts of information into manageable and usable data for a case
Detail-oriented and organized
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and handle a high case load
Membership in the Florida Bar
Willingness to meet personally as well as virtually with clients
Ability to work on a case independently, as well as with a team to develop strategies for a case
Reliable listening skills to effectively obtain all necessary information from clients and other people important to a case
Ability to prioritize and meet multiple and competing deadlines
If you are a dedicated attorney with a passion for family law and are looking to grow your career in a dynamic legal environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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