Associate Attorney
C0NFIDENTIAL, Eatontown, NJ, United States
Job Description
Reputable family law firm has an excellent opportunity to join our Firm for an Associate Attorney with 5-7+ years of Family Law experience to be based out of our Eatontown, NJ office.
We are looking for an attorney who has a passion for family law and experience handling all aspects of divorce and related matters to join our growing law firm. You need to be a self-starter, enjoy a collaborative work environment focused on excellent service, and have compassion. You should possess the ability to build relationships with your clients and know your way around a courtroom.
Responsibilities
Immediate client contact and assumption of responsibilities
Demonstrate experience in taking ownership of a client's case – discovery, pleadings, motions; collaboration and mediation; pretrial hearings, motion hearings, and trials
Conduct client meetings and recommend strategies
Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of our clients
Advise our clients on business and legal transactions
Negotiate settlements of legal disputes
Litigating family law cases in a courtroom environment
Delegate work to paralegals and legal assistants and monitor their work
The ability to attend/appear in court in New Jersey
Comply with all legal standards and regulations
Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law
Education/Experience Requirements
JD degree from an accredited law school
New Jersey Bar Admission is required
5+ years of Family Law experience
Experience researching complex family law matters
Qualifications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proactiveness, resourcefulness, and a strong work ethic
Ability to communicate professionally to internal and external clients
Ability to work independently and multi-task required
Previous experience as a trial court law clerk is a plus
Ability to build rapport with opposing counsel and/or clients
Personable and professional
Person who takes their responsibilities and career seriously
A team player
Here’s what we offer
Salary commensurate with skill and experience and is negotiable
Competitive benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance; retirement plan, life insurance, and PTO.
We also pay for CLE, bar dues, and some approved voluntary bar memberships
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Reputable family law firm has an excellent opportunity to join our Firm for an Associate Attorney with 5-7+ years of Family Law experience to be based out of our Eatontown, NJ office.
We are looking for an attorney who has a passion for family law and experience handling all aspects of divorce and related matters to join our growing law firm. You need to be a self-starter, enjoy a collaborative work environment focused on excellent service, and have compassion. You should possess the ability to build relationships with your clients and know your way around a courtroom.
Responsibilities
Immediate client contact and assumption of responsibilities
Demonstrate experience in taking ownership of a client's case – discovery, pleadings, motions; collaboration and mediation; pretrial hearings, motion hearings, and trials
Conduct client meetings and recommend strategies
Prepare and draft legal documents on behalf of our clients
Advise our clients on business and legal transactions
Negotiate settlements of legal disputes
Litigating family law cases in a courtroom environment
Delegate work to paralegals and legal assistants and monitor their work
The ability to attend/appear in court in New Jersey
Comply with all legal standards and regulations
Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice of law
Education/Experience Requirements
JD degree from an accredited law school
New Jersey Bar Admission is required
5+ years of Family Law experience
Experience researching complex family law matters
Qualifications
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Proactiveness, resourcefulness, and a strong work ethic
Ability to communicate professionally to internal and external clients
Ability to work independently and multi-task required
Previous experience as a trial court law clerk is a plus
Ability to build rapport with opposing counsel and/or clients
Personable and professional
Person who takes their responsibilities and career seriously
A team player
Here’s what we offer
Salary commensurate with skill and experience and is negotiable
Competitive benefits package including health, dental and vision insurance; retirement plan, life insurance, and PTO.
We also pay for CLE, bar dues, and some approved voluntary bar memberships
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