Description
For the right candidate we are willing to offer a percentage of what you bring into the law firm for additional pay.
AV rated law firm Dempsey, Roberts & Smith seeks to hire a full-time Family Law Attorney to represent clients in family proceedings and, also, assist with the firm’s family law cases. A candidate’s qualifications include an ability to effectively communicate with clients, manage cases, craft case strategies, draft motions, and capably represent clients at court hearings including arraignments, preliminary hearings, and trials.
Dempsey Roberts encourages a healthy work-life balance. This attorney's position has reasonable billing requirements, includes paid holidays and time off, and does not involve regular weekend work. Dempsey Roberts offers a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, and sick and vacation pay. Salary dependent on experience. If interested, please send a resume with references and, if licensed for less than one year, a writing sample.
Responsibilities
- Advising clients about their legal rights in criminal defense matters, legal options, and best strategies
- Attending arraignments and pretrial hearings on behalf of clients
- Managing court appearances, drafting motions, and performing legal research
- Preparing clients for court appearances and depositions
- Communicating with clients, witnesses, and prosecuting attorneys.
- Interviewing witnesses and gathering information from experts to support clients’ positions
- Providing legal analysis for clients to determine possible case benefits
Qualifications
- Demonstrated interest in family law from prior work experience, law school clinics, internships, or volunteer work
- Willingness to assist with family law matters
- A team player interested and able to work in the law firm environment
- Ability to manage client expectations and assist clients in stressful criminal cases
- Ability to manage a caseload and case-related time management
Pay is based on experience.
