Associate Attorney - Family Law

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 Roseland, NJ office.

Skills, Experience, Qualifications, If you have the right match for this opportunity, then make sure to apply today.

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 xhqgsiq 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

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year

Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance



Experience:
* Family Law: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:
* JD Degree from an accredited law school? (Required)
* New Jersey Bar Admission (Required)

Work Location: In person