Senior Associate Attorney needed for Pensacola office

3-7 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney for their Pensacola, FL office. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing legal counsel and representation to clients in family law matters. Below is a detailed job description:

Job Overview:

The Senior Associate Attorney will be responsible for advising clients on their legal rights, representing clients in court proceedings, negotiating settlements, and managing a caseload of complex family law cases. The role requires empathy, compassion, and a commitment to empowering clients.

Duties:

• Advise clients on their legal rights in matters and draw up legal documents about their case
• Analyze probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents
• Independently handle complex child custody disputes and divorces, including issues of domestic violence, substance abuse, and mental health
• Provide empathy and compassion for clients while empowering them to take control of their lives
• Regularly represent clients in court including motions, hearings, and trials
• Negotiate settlements in formal mediation or informal settings
• Perform research, draft briefs, pleadings, and motions
• Manage and collaborate with team members including Paralegals and other professional staff

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree
• Must be an active member and in good standing with the Florida Bar
• Family Law experience
• Able to work independently and communicate effectively with clients and the team
• Possess a demonstrated history of excellence in their career, as well as a passion for serving clients
• Familiarity with Zoom and Video Conferencing

Skills:

• Basic computer hardware and software knowledge, preferably Microsoft Office: Excel / Outlook / Word
• Advanced knowledge in client confidentiality, client contact, legal administration, legal compliance, litigation, administrative writing, documentation, word processing, verbal communication, and client relations
• Ability to understand complex legal documents/forms
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree
• Active membership with the Florida Bar

Job Location:

Pensacola, FL

Benefits Offered:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance with options to add spouse and dependents
• Progressive Paid Time Off starting with one week per year, 9 paid Flex Holidays
• 401(k) with up to 4% company match
• Parental, Personal, and Bereavement Leave
• Paid Continuing Legal Education, bar dues, and other certification dues

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