Family Law Attorney

D3 Search is actively recruiting a junior to mid-level Family Law Associate Attorney for a respected and growing family law practice situated in Glendale, CA (91203).

Position Title:

Family Law Associate Attorney

• Note: 2 years of family law experience is REQUIRED.

Location/Map:

Glendale, CA (91203)

Employment Status:

Full-time | direct hire employment opportunity. Exempt status.

Employer Work Model:

Flexible hybrid work model.

Position Summary:

This junior to mid-level Family Law Associate Attorney role is responsible for the full oversight of all assigned client cases, including case research, client relationship management, diligent counsel, intra-firm coordination, and case outcomes.

Reporting to the firm's Founding Partners, the Family Law Associate Attorney will take a focused approach in delivering high-quality client service via effective case management and high-value legal counsel within their area of specialty (family law) and legal practice.

Essential Functions:

• Ensure high quality counsel and legal advice to all assigned clients, prospects, 3rd party partners, and affiliates.
• Perform legal research and prepare legal memoranda in order to effectively advise clients on a range of topics and areas of focus within the scope of family law.
• Directly manage, supervise, and lead assigned administrative personnel (e.g., Legal Assistants, Paralegals, and Senior Paralegals), providing resource and direction as needed, in support of their performance.
• Generate business by building, retaining, and growing trusted client relationships via ongoing communication, maintaining a thorough understanding of client needs, interests, concerns, goals, options, etc.
• Develop strategies and arguments to resolve cases favorably and cost-effectively for all assigned clients.
• Ensure thorough execution of drafting and reviewing documents as it pertains to assigned cases and projects.
• Ensure preparation of legal documents, such as motions, depositions, pleadings, discovery (propounding and responding) etc. in a timely manner and that all case/business related materials (records, letters, legal documents, case files, correspondence, financial reports, invoices, etc.) are effectively managed for efficient and high-value client service and case outcomes.
• Maintain effective coordination with opposing counsel and other involved parties as needed.
• Conduct all matters in an ethical fashion in accordance with the law and in the interest of the client.

Education & Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in family law practice (required);
• JD degree and licensed/good standing with the California Bar (required);
• Knowledge & expertise of family law/matrimonial matters (required);
• Demonstrated ability to supervise and manage other team members, delegate effectively, problem-solve, prioritize work, manage time, and organize tasks effectively;
• Proficient communication skills (written and verbal) with ability to effectively research, read, interpret, and organize information with accuracy and consistency;
• Ability to maintain remain focused and professional in high-tense situations (e.g., communicating with highly stressed clients throughout difficult cases);
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all organizational levels within a diverse and fast paced environment;
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.

Salary/Compensation/Benefits:

Starting salary is up to 165K | DOE/DOQ. Full health benefits package, generous PTO, paid parking onsite, yearly review, annual salary increases and bonuses (based on individual performance & merit), etc.

Annual Billables Goal:

1600 hrs.

If qualified & interested in this active/open junior to mid-level Family Law Associate Attorney role with this well-respected family law practice located in Glendale, CA (91203), and you meet the above qualifications/requirements, please contact the following D3 rep.:

Don Moser | D3 Search

📬don@d3search.com | 📞 213-785-2485

📡 www.d3search.com

D3 Legal Search, LLC (aka D3 Search), and its clients are equal opportunity employers. Pursuant to local ordinances, we will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.