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Description

Our law firm is seeking a family attorney who can assist clients in navigating the sensitive legal issues of family law, including child custody, child abuse, and domestic violence. Jobseekers should be equally familiar with prenuptial agreements, divorce, alimony, child support, and real estate, and be able to effectively engage in oral debate and negotiation even in highly stressful and emotional situations. If you are driven by an opportunity to help people during one of the toughest times in their lives and have a proven track record of success, apply now.

Responsibilities

• Meet with clients to determine their goals and develop a case strategy
• Ensure timely communication with clients
• Negotiate with opposing counsel and pro se opposing parties
• Draft pleadings including motions for temporary orders, motions to vacate the marital home, separation agreements, pre-trial memos, and position statements for use in GAL investigations and conciliation
• Prepare and advocate for clients at all court hearings and case events
• Collaborate with all members of the legal team, including the Founding Attorney, Case Manager, and other attorneys
• Keep client files properly organized and up to date
• Communicate with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move through the civil litigation process
• Prepare legal documents such as legal pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgments, and orders for a high volume of cases
• Ensure clients are effectively represented at court hearings as needed
• Advocate on behalf of clients by understanding their needs, effectively analyzing the situation and forming a strategy for a plan of action

Qualifications

• MA Bar License (required)
• RI Bar License (preferred)
• Mediation certified (preferred)
• At least 1-3 years litigating all aspects of family law cases
• Previous criminal justice or other legal background preferred
• Proven record of success in advocating for plaintiffs and defendants
• Must have worked on family law issues for at least 1-2 years; handling of real estate also required
• Candidates should be great negotiators and communicators, specifically in situations when emotions and stress are high
• 4-year degree with a legal background and J.D. degree are necessary for this position