Family Law Attorney

2-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

A law firm in Menlo Park, CA, is seeking a skilled Family Law Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will handle a variety of family law matters, including high-asset and complex custody/financial cases, with a focus on legal research, writing, client communication, and court appearances.

Duties:

• Conduct legal research and draft motions, pleadings, letters, memos, and other legal documents.
• Communicate clearly and discreetly with clients, Opposing Counsel, experts, and consultants.
• Independently prioritize tasks and address assignments from multiple partners to meet deadlines.
• Represent clients in court hearings and various family law proceedings.
• Collaborate effectively with legal secretaries, paralegals, and fellow attorneys.
• Work both independently and as part of a team to achieve client objectives.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Licensed to practice law in California.
• 3-6 years of experience in family law, with a preference for high-asset or complex custody/financial cases.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in legal research tools such as DissoMaster, Lawyaw, Lawgic, WestLaw, and/or Attorney's Briefcase.

Education & Certifications:

• Juris Doctor (.) degree from an accredited law school.
• California State Bar license.

Skills:

• Legal research and writing proficiency.
• Client communication and advocacy.
• Courtroom representation and litigation skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Legal