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Lawrenceville, GA, United States

Family Law Attorney

Attorney

2-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Family Law Attorney to join its growing team. This role requires a dedicated legal professional who will passionately represent clients in various family law matters, including divorce, child custody, alimony, and other sensitive issues. The ideal candidate is adept at managing high-stress situations, skilled in both negotiation and litigation and committed to guiding clients through some of the most challenging experiences of their lives.

Duties

• Client Representation: Advocate for clients in court for cases involving divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, and domestic violence.
• Legal Document Creation: Draft pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, judgments, and contracts for a high volume of cases.
• Case Management: Oversee the division of marital assets, including real estate, in divorce proceedings.
• Client Consultation: Assess clients' needs, analyze cases, strategize, and make informed decisions for effective legal solutions.
• Team Collaboration: Coordinate with senior partners and paralegals to efficiently progress through the civil litigation process.

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in family law as a trial attorney in Georgia.
• Proven Success: Demonstrated ability to advocate successfully for both plaintiffs and defendants.
• Knowledge: In-depth familiarity with Georgia's Uniform Superior Court Rules, OCGA, rules of evidence, and courtroom procedures.
• Client and Case Management: Skilled in handling sensitive legal issues, managing clients and cases, and drafting essential family law documents.

Education

• Juris Doctor (.) degree required
• A bachelor's degree with a legal background preferred

Certifications

• Must be licensed to practice law in the state of Georgia

Skills

• Communication and Negotiation: Exceptional negotiation skills with the ability to communicate effectively, especially in emotionally charged situations.
• Document Drafting: Proficient in creating motions, pleadings, orders, child support worksheets, parenting plans, and family law addendums.
• Attention to Detail: Strong analytical abilities to manage complex cases and handle sensitive, confidential information with care.
• Team-Oriented: Ability to work seamlessly within a non-office politics team environment, maintaining the firm’s high standards of customer service and quality.

Benefits

• Remote Flexibility: Secure and private work-from-home setup with high-speed internet.
• Supportive Culture: Work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment that emphasizes teamwork, open communication, and continuous learning.
• High-Performance Tools: Access to high-tech resources and tools to maximize efficiency and job success.

This is an opportunity for a talented Family Law Attorney to join a supportive, collaborative team that values excellence, integrity, and a client-first approach.

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