Associate Attorney

Description

The mission of Atticus Family Law is to establish and sustain a law firm that fulfills the financial, social, and professional needs of its staff and owner by offering expert legal services that address clients' short- and long-term needs.

This mission ensures that employees have meaningful work, a healthy work environment, and the ethical practice of family law.

Our core values include :

• Service to Others : We approach our work with genuine concern for others, listening, empathizing, fostering hope, and earnestly assisting clients in achieving their goals.
• Elementary Excellencies : We are dedicated to performing the fundamentals of our work excellently and without excuses, recognizing our duty to uphold these standards.
• Honor : Integrity is essential, and we strive to maintain trustworthiness, knowing that honor is earned and must be protected through our actions.
• Mastery & Determination : We aim to surpass expectations through our high standards and systems, demonstrating true mastery beyond mere experience.
• Ninja Law Office : We are inquisitive, analytical, insightful, and practical. We anticipate needs with agility, creativity, and resourcefulness, seeking a profound understanding of facts, people, and the law to be both smart and wise.

Responsibilities

Our ideal candidate possesses over 2 years of experience in family law and is knowledgeable about Minnesota procedures. The candidate must demonstrate strong attention to detail and excellent follow-up skills.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

• Preparing motions, affidavits, legal arguments, testimony, and trial briefs
• Conducting thorough preparations for hearings
• Consulting with clients to strategize on cases
• Communicating with opposing parties, courts, and relevant stakeholders
• Conducting comprehensive legal research to identify and apply pertinent case law, statutes, and judicial decisions
• Investigating the facts surrounding cases
• Reviewing and staying updated on new laws and regulations
• Drafting substantive correspondence
• Reviewing and approving documents prepared by paralegals

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in family law
• Admitted to Minnesota Bar
• Expresses sensitivity to others - can make clients feel comfortable sharing personal information relating to their cases
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Open-minded and willing to learn
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written
• Can quickly adapt to changing deadlines
• Ability to manage many cases at one time
• Technologically savvy
• Extensive use of Microsoft Office products
30+ days ago