Associate Attorney

Job Description

Associate Attorney – Family Law

Fast growing firm seeks experienced family law attorney. Must be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

This position is for an attorney that is licensed to practice law in the State of California and has family law litigation experience or comparable civil litigation experience. The ideal candidate will possess at least TWO (2) YEARS of FAMILY LAW experience. The senior attorney will be expected to manage a caseload, oversee a team of other legal professionals, and litigate cases. "Family law experience" for this position means you have worked as a licensed family law attorney full time for at least two (2) years.

PAY & BENEFITS : We offer very competitive compensation and benefits packages, including health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k), term life insurance, in-house attorney training, additional compensation for personal referrals, and much more. The firm also pays for approved continuing education. Compensation is based upon experience and qualifications.

Job Duties :

• Prepare form and written pleadings
• Prepare correspondence to clients, experts, and opposing attorneys
• Meet with clients and experts
• Prepare child and / or spousal support calculation using Xspouse software
• Propound discovery and respond to discovery requests
• Legal research / analysis
• Prepare case memorandums
• Prepare testimony questions for hearings and depositions, as well as opening and closing arguments
• Accurately track time in case management software

Qualifications :

Compensation : Depends upon experience

Benefits after 90-day probation period : Vacation pay, Sick pay, Healthcare, Dental Care, Vision Coverage, Term-Life Insurance, and 401(k) Retirement plan.

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