Family Law Attorney

Are you a skilled family law attorney who is looking to make a change? Do you want a flexible, family-friendly schedule? Do you want to be part of a great team of attorneys, paralegals, and support staff who work well together and are valued and appreciated? Advocate Family Law Group is the place for you! We are a fast-growing law firm that focuses on providing clients with quality legal representation in a relaxed and positive environment. We seek to reduce the stress of divorce and child custody for people who value their families. Ultimately, our goal extends beyond representing clients through their legal journey. We strive to instill a spirit of optimism and security in clients so they are ready to embark on the next chapter of their lives stronger and more resilient than before. We are looking for an experienced Family Law Attorney who is passionate about representing clients facing one of the most challenging times of their lives. Candidates should be proficient in preparing necessary legal documents in connection with family law litigation, possess excellent courtroom skills, demonstrate empathetic listening and communication abilities, and have a desire to work collaboratively with other members of our team to provide the best service to clients. A minimum of two years of experience in handling legal issues such as child custody and support, equitable distribution, domestic violence, and spousal support is required for this role. Salary will be based on the candidate's level of experience; well-experienced and board-certified attorneys will be compensated at a higher range. Responsibilities:

• Appear in court on behalf of clients and argue motions during legal proceedings
• Work closely with and provide leadership to administrative staff concerning client billing, client meetings and invoicing, as well as finalizing client projects
• Conduct research and draft pleadings, briefs, and motions
• Advise clients by weighing available options toward a successful outcome and plan a course of action
• Supervise administrative staff, paralegals, and law clerks
• Prepare well-drafted pleadings, motions, and other legal documents associated with marital separation and family law litigation to represent clients effectively.
• Advocate proficiently on behalf of clients in courtroom proceedings with professionalism and expertise, ensuring their interests are protected.
• Work collaboratively with other attorneys, paralegals, and support staff on our team to provide the highest level of compassionate client representation.
• Assist clients in developing reasonable expectations.
• Identify, resolve, and prevent legal issues for clients by being proactive and helping clients focus on their long-term goals and objectives, ensuring they understand their options and the consequences of each choice they make.
• Engage in mediation and negotiate with opposing counsel to achieve favorable resolutions for clients.
• Manage a caseload of 75-90 cases.
• Accurately and promptly record time spent on hourly rate and flat fee cases.

Qualifications:

• Able to work independently while handling multiple files
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite is necessary
• Graduation from law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree and experience in representing clients for at least 2 years
• Well-versed in legal research software (Westlaw/Lexis)
• Prior experience working in a law firm for a minimum of 1-2 years required
• You must be a licensed North Carolina attorney in good standing with a minimum of two years of experience in family law.
• You must possess a positive attitude and a genuine desire to help people through very challenging life experiences, and you must be a team player.
• You must desire to learn and grow and take on an ever-increasing amount of responsibility. A strong work ethic and initiative to complete tasks independently are required in this role.
• You must have the ability to manage a caseload of 75-90 cases, bill 30 hours per week, and accurately record time in case management software.

About Company: At Advocate Family Law Group, we reduce the stress of divorce and child custody for people who value their families. We are a dedicated group of professionals who enjoy a positive work culture. Our employees are encouraged to continue to grow and learn, and set personal, professional, and financial goals. Sign-on bonus is offered in addition to the base salary. Employer-sponsored retirement savings plan (employer matches employee contributions). Health insurance.Flexible schedule.Paid time off and paid holiday leave.Wednesday Lunch on Us twice each month.A chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of clients and their families. If you join us, you will be part of a wonderful team of people who work hard to get the job done right the first time and take pride in the work they do. You will be rewarded for your hard work.