Associate Attorney

Established law firm is seeking an associate attorney to grow our busy family law practice. The law firm of King & Cagle, PLLC is one of the premiere family law firms in Sumner County, Tennessee for legal representation and mediation services, and has a combined experience of over 27 years of practice. We prioritize providing our clients solid results and an unprecedented client experience. Check out our website at www.kingandcagle.com (as well as our Google reviews and client feedback on our website).

Practice Areas

· Family law (divorce, custody, parentage, child support, adoption, post-judgment modifications, paternity, grandparent and stepparent visitation, adoption and termination of parental rights, juvenile delinquency/unruly, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, appeals)

· Estate planning/administration (conservatorships, guardianships, wills, power-of-attorney, living wills, and general estate administration)

· Open to additional practice areas for the right candidate

Primary Responsibilities

· Drafting pleadings and motions

· Legal research and memorandums

· Client meetings, calls, and correspondence

· Procure and utilize client proof/facts

· Witness preparation

· Depositions and written discovery

· Draft subpoenas

· Mediations

· Negotiate with opposing counsel

· Argue pre-trial motions

· Trial and trial preparation

Pay & Benefits

· Total compensation – To be determined based upon experience

· Annual bonuses based on performance/tenure

· Firm-provided referrals

· Flexible time off and flexible schedule

· Private, updated office in Gallatin, TN

· Some remote work

· Administrative support with cases and consultations

· Cases available immediately

· In-house training and mentorship

· Networking opportunities

· Dynamic company built on authenticity, integrity, and work ethic

· Paid membership to the Sumner County Bar Association

· Payment of annual bar license and professional privilege tax

· Payment of approved CLE courses

Requirements

· Minimum 2 years of family law experience

· Strong knowledge of, or capacity to learn, state and federal law applicable to your practice areas, including Tennessee Rules of Evidence, Tennessee Rules of Civil Procedure, Tennessee Code Annotated, Local Rules, appellate case law, and other applicable rules and regulations

· Strong drafting and writing skills

· Ability to interface with clients to assess needs, explain our practice, provide status updates, procure evidence and proposed testimony, handle client concerns and questions, and prepare clients/witnesses for trial and hearings

· Ability to effectively put on proof and advocate in court

· Ability to collaborate with firm staff to identify goals, problem areas, and solutions

· Ability to analyze client file, case notes, and proof to both formulate and answer legal questions

· Ability to cooperate with opposing counsel, court staff, mediators, and others to effectively negotiate and mediate cases where viable

· Ability to create positive client relationships that result in referrals and enhance the firm brand

· Ability to manage time, track billing, and properly notate the client management software

· Ability to participate in firm meetings to contribute to our shared knowledge base and firm culture

· Must have a Juris Doctor Degree from an accredited law school

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Education:

• Doctorate (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• law license in Tennessee (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Gallatin, TN 37066 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Gallatin, TN 37066: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $60,000