What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Attorney position at Canfield & McKenna, LLC?
Canfield & McKenna, LLC is a general practice law firm, focusing primarily in family law, estate planning, probate, and real estate. Located in Rockford, Illinois, the attorneys at Canfield & McKenna predominately practice in Winnebago and Boone counties.
Canfield & McKenna is accepting resumes for an associate attorney position. Candidates who are newly admitted or have limited experience but have a desire to practice family law are encouraged to apply. Candidates must be licensed to practice in Illinois, although new graduates are more than welcome to apply and will be considered contingent upon bar exam results.
A successful candidate must have excellent interpersonal skills in order to provide counsel to clients who find themselves in highly emotional and stressful situations. The candidate must also have strong writing skills, being able to write clearly and persuasively.
Our attorneys and staff benefit from work-life balance, with manageable billable hours and a warm office environment. Our firm continues to grow with decades of experience, making this an ideal opportunity for rising associates wanting to grow their careers. The ideal candidate will be looking to establish themselves in the firm and ultimately grow into a position of leadership.
Benefits include paid holidays and vacation; retirement plan with 3% match; paid attorney registration fees, bar association dues, and CLE courses; and the employee will be eligible for health, vision, dental, and disability insurance benefits.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $65,000 - $75,000
