Family Law Attorney

3-10 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm seeks a skilled and experienced Family Law Attorney to provide comprehensive legal advice and representation to clients in family law matters. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, empathy, and a creative problem-solving approach to navigate high-stress situations. This role requires working independently while maintaining professionalism and client-focused service.

Job Details:

• Provide competent legal advice to a book of family law clients in hearings, settlement negotiations, and mediation.
• Meet with clients to gather information, discuss case details, and provide guidance.
• Draft legal documents and pleadings, conduct legal research, and manage the discovery process.
• Maintain a solid understanding of Local Rules and their application to family law cases.
• Work independently on cases while effectively managing and expanding a client base.
• Demonstrate exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, particularly in emotionally charged situations.
• Show empathy to clients while upholding a high level of professionalism.
• Exhibit creativity and the ability to think outside the box to develop effective legal strategies.
• Organize case materials and information efficiently.
• Demonstrate energy, self-motivation, and problem-solving skills.
• Actively participate in community engagement as a representative of the firm.

Requirements:

• Licensed and in good standing with the South Carolina State Bar (Licensed in North Carolina is a plus).
• 4+ years of experience working in a family law firm.
• Ability to comprehend and apply Local Rules to family law cases.
• Strong ability to work independently on cases while maintaining and expanding a client base.
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills in high-stress and emotional situations.
• Maintains professionalism while demonstrating empathy to all clients.
• Creative and able to think outside of the box.
• Organized, energetic, and self-motivated.
• Problem-solving skills with the ability to identify effective solutions.
• Active members of their community.

Job Location: Rock Hill, SC

Benefits: The firm offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, wellness incentives, 401k with an employer match, long-term and short-term disability insurance, life insurance, an excellent working environment, paid time off (PTO), and paid holidays.

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