Senior Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Senior Associate Attorney – Domestic / Civil Litigation

Fairfax, VA

Your responsibilities :

• Billing at least 28 hours per week (approximately 1500 hours / annually)
• Providing representation of clients in court and through family law and civil legal proceedings
• Managing your client collection rate ensuring it remains above 85% on a weekly basis
• Working with the in-house financial team to forecast client billings
• Leading and developing a team of 1 Associate and 1 Paralegal
• Participating in JC Law’s Perfect Client Lifecycle development program
• Managing a regular schedule of hearings and court appearances
• Advising JC Law staff on legal matters and interpretation of laws and statutes

JC Law is the largest family law practice in the state of Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania with additional offices throughout the mid-Atlantic region. Established in 1992, the firm has grown in both size and capability into its current leadership position amongst some of the nation’s top family law firms.

We are in the business of perfecting the art of practicing law. Our unique approach to litigation, client relationships, and business management is fully encapsulated in what we call The Perfect Client Lifecycle . This ethos is the philosophical foundation of what we strive to do as well as the operational roadmap that guides how we practice law on a daily basis.

We are rapidly expanding our footprint. Our success over previous years has created an unprecedented opportunity to grow our firm in terms of employees, clients served, and geographic influence. We are in the midst of a multi-year, multi-state, and multi-city growth plan. Talent will be the fuel that powers this rapid expansion across the region as we launch multiple new offices over the coming years.

We are Entrepreneurial Litigators. Our experienced leadership team, talented workforce of legal professionals, and our unique approach to the business of law have established our reputation as a best-in-class family, civil and criminal litigation firm. This is where litigators learn to be litigators.

We compete for talent! We know the talent we are seeking to hire have options and are discerning about where they choose to work. We strive to be the employer of choice for top talent in the family, civil and criminal arenas. Our approach to attracting the best lawyers and supporting staff is simple : Provide a strongly competitive compensation package, and pair it with a benefits package to take care of your health and retirement needs. We also offer accelerated advancement and development opportunities all while providing you with a network of support to do your best work and achieve your career goals.

Your background :

We believe results count for more than years of experience. If you prove to be capable of delivering value for your clients and the firm, there is no restriction on how high or how fast you can rise.

What we offer :

We understand that the talent market is competitive. We want candidates to see us as the employer of choice based on our value proposition composed of compensation , resources , and benefits .

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EEOP Statement :

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. All job requirements are subject to possible revision to reflect changes in the position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties that will be required in this position.

Company Description

JC Law : A Regional Force for Comprehensive Legal Solutions

In the complex and ever-evolving landscape of legal services, finding a firm that can truly understand and address all your needs can be a daunting task.

Company Description

JC Law : A Regional Force for Comprehensive Legal Solutions\r\nIn the complex and ever-evolving landscape of legal services, finding a firm that can truly understand and address all your needs can be a daunting task.