Job Description
A Southwest Suburban Family Law Firm seeks a motivated and career-minded associate to join our dynamic legal team. The position offers a career path, great office culture, and the opportunity to represent clients on cases that cover the full range of family law issues. Be involved in initial consultations and the planning of legal strategies. Handle negotiations of marital settlement agreements and allocation judgments. Litigate allocation of parental responsibilities, child support, maintenance, property division, and Pre & Post-Nuptials.
Responsibilities:
- Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and appeals
- Assist in drafting and negotiating Marital Settlement Agreements, Allocation Judgments and other legal documents
- Represent clients in court proceedings, including trial and settlement negotiations
- Provide legal counsel and guidance to clients, including advice on legal issues and the implications of legal decisions
- Stay up-to-date on current laws, regulations, and case law, and apply this knowledge to client cases
- Collaborate with other legal professionals, including attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants
- Manage multiple cases simultaneously, ensuring timely and effective communication with clients and other team members
- Conduct client interviews, gather information, and document client cases
- Prepare and review legal documents, including briefs, motions, and pleadings
- Negotiate with opposing counsel and other parties
- Participate in the development and implementation of legal strategies for client cases
- Work closely with clients to understand their legal needs and provide effective legal solutions
- Apply knowledge of family law to client cases
Skills:
- Strong legal knowledge and experience
- Excellent research and writing skills
- Ability to negotiate effectively
- Familiarity with legal administrative tasks
- Proficiency in legal research tools
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
- Experience in a law office or similar setting
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Ability to meet deadlines and manage multiple cases simultaneously
- Commitment to upholding the highest standards of professionalism and ethics in the legal field
Company Description
A small but busy Family law Firm. Friendly work environment and a lot to learn and experience.
A small but busy Family law Firm. Friendly work environment and a lot to learn and experience.