Family Law Attorney

D3 Search is actively recruiting a Snr. Family Law Attorney for a highly respected natl. law practice with a growing office located in downtown Los Angeles, CA (90071).

Position Title :

Snr. Family Law Associate Attorney

Note : 1st chair trial experience is required.

Location / Map :

Los Angeles, CA (90071)

Employment Status :

Full-time direct hire employment opportunity. Exempt status.

Employer Work Model :

Flexible hybrid work model (3 / 2).

Position Summary :

This Snr. Family Law 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 a senior equity partner in the firm's growing downtown Los Angeles office, the Snr. Family Law 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 (, 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.

Key Qualifications :

• Minimum of 5+ years of experience in family law practice is required;
• 1st chair trial experience is required;
• Stable employment history;
• JD degree and licensed / good standing with the CA Bar (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 (, communicating with highly stressed clients throughout difficult cases);
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with all organizational levels within a diverse and fast paced environment.

Annual Salary / Compensation / Health Benefits :

Starting salary is up to 300K (DOE / DOQ) + origination credit (%). Comprehensive health benefits package, generous PTO, paid parking onsite, yearly review, annual salary increases and bonuses (merit & performance), etc.

Origination Credit :

Generous origination credit / calculation offered by employer.

If interested in this Snr. Family Law Attorney role with this well-respected family law practice group / dept. situated in Los Angeles, CA (90071), and you meet the above qualifications / requirements, please contact the following D3 rep. today :

Don Moser D3 Search