Senior Family Law Attorney (Hybrid in San Francisco Bay Area)

Senior Family Law Attorney (Remote or Hybrid in San Francisco Bay Area)

Responsibilities :

• Complete strategy meetings with clients at the inception of representation by the firm;
• Advise clients on their legal options in determining the course of litigation and / or settlement;
• Review and respond to correspondence from clients and opposing counsel;
• Prepare trial briefs for clients.
• Prepare case strategy and case strategy team oversight while giving direction on all complex cases, including cases set for long cause hearings;
• Represent clients in litigation at various hearings;
• Sit first chair in Trials, as needed;

Requirements :

• Licensed by the California State Bar;
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in family law is required;
• Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS) Preferred;
• Extensive experience in high-net-worth divorce;
• Courtroom experience, completed trial advocacy class / programs, and / or participated in trial competitions;
• Strong legal research and writing skills;
• Attention to details;
• Ability to work well under pressure and handle stressful situations;
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills;

Why us?

Our Vision :

To become one of the most respected and trusted Family Law Firms for immigrant families in California.

Our Mission :

We are committed to delivering professional, efficient, and empathetic legal solutions to clients facing significant life challenges, safeguarding their rights, and guiding them through tough times with legal solutions that enable them to embark on a new journey in life.

Our Values :

• Professionalism and Integrity : We maintain the highest standards of professionalism, guided by honesty and integrity in all our actions.
• Responsibility and Commitment : We are dedicated to fulfilling our commitments responsibly and upholding our promises.
• Hardworking and Pursuit of Excellence : Our commitment to work hard and continual improvement drives us to deliver exceptional services and results.
• Empathy and Dedication : We approach every client with empathy and we are committed to delivering our services with care and dedication.
• Respect and Gratitude : We address the needs of our clients, colleagues, and community wit a spirit of respect and appreciation.

The Zhou Law Group is seeking experienced, detail-oriented, and motivated senior attorneys in family law to join our team.

The Zhou Law Group is one of the largest family law firms with top-rated divorce lawyers and an accomplished support team in San Jose and Los Angeles.

The Zhou Law Group provides legal services on family issues relating to divorce, same-sex divorce, child custody, child support, spousal alimony, property division, domestic violence, and prenuptial & postnuptial agreements.

The Zhou Law Group represents a new wave of young, innovative law firms. As an expanding California-based firm specializing in family law, our team comprises Certified Family Law Specialists, experienced attorneys and support staff, each with a minimum of five years in the practice of California family law.

We handle a diverse range of complex cases and are seeking the most qualified legal professionals to join our team and serve our clients.

Model of Work at The Zhou Law Group

The Zhou Law Group APC offers remote, hybrid, and in-office positions, and has the technology and resources available to ensure that every employee, regardless of their location, is supported in doing their best work and meeting the demands of their cases.

Since we have several remote and hybrid employees, our in-office administrative staff is imperative to the efficient operations of the firm.

The Culture of the Zhou Law Group

We believe that excellence and approachability can and should coexist, and our foremost priority is meeting a high standard of practice while fostering an atmosphere of professional growth.

Paralegals will be assigned to an attorney, and these attorney / paralegal teams will be assigned to their respective cases.

These teams will be responsible for handling all aspects of the case from initiation to final Judgment. Additional team members may be made available for particularly complex and burdensome matters.

Our firm is highly client focused. Our clients satisfaction within the bounds of the law is our absolute highest priority.

The goal is success in the courtroom followed by five-star client reviews. Our client base is comprised primarily of Chinese immigrants, and a knowledge of, or willingness to adapt to, the needs and expectations of our particular clientele is required.

The Zhou Law Group is proud to offer competitive compensation and excellent benefits for all qualified employees, as well as holiday bonus opportunities and team-building experiences.

The Zhou Law Group APC says no to insults but says yes to constructive criticism. The Zhou Law Group also believes in praise and giving credit where credit is due.

We believe that this combination leads to quality work product and high office morale.

Areas of Practice :

• Dissolution of Marriage (Divorce)
• Child Custody and Visitation
• Child Support
• Spousal Support (Alimony)
• Pre-Nuptial & Post-Nuptial Agreements
• Domestic Violence Issues / Restraining Orders
• Assets Division, especially Complex High Net Worth Assets, including Cryptocurrency and Digital Asset Management.

Culture and Diversity

We are committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive community of professionals regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, gender or gender identity, parental or pregnancy status, national origin, sexual orientation, age, marital status, diverse abilities, or Veteran status.

With these different backgrounds come different approaches, ideas and perspectives, which we believe is how an organization grows and thrives.

What We Offer

• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills
• Competitive compensation and excellent benefits
• Holiday bonus opportunities
• Team-building experiences
• A positive environment that shuns insults but welcomes constructive criticism
• Recognition and praise for outstanding work

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• 9 : 00 am to 5 : 30 pm
• 8-hour shift

Work Location

• Remote or Hybrid
• 1625 The Alameda #626, San Jose, CA 95126

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Job Type : Full-time