Litigation Family Law Attorney

2-8 yrs required

Full-time

No

Job Overview: A law firm in Sacramento, CA, seeks a proactive and experienced Litigation Family Law Attorney to manage cases from inception to resolution. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional customer service to clients, offer improvement recommendations, and ensure high-performance metrics are met.

Duties:

• Proactively manage family law cases from beginning to end
• Provide superior customer service to all clients, including monthly status reports and weekly case reviews
• Make improvement recommendations to practice managers for enhanced efficiency and client satisfaction
• Manage performance metrics using practice quality software to track accomplishments and client satisfaction
• Represent clients in court proceedings and mediations as necessary
• Conduct legal research and draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
• Attend hearings, trials, and depositions
• Collaborate with colleagues and staff to strategize case approaches and solutions

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited university
• Passed the Bar Exam on the first attempt
• 3-5 years of litigation experience
• Experience as first chair in family law cases
• Licensed to practice law in the state of Missouri, with a preference for dual licensure in Missouri and Kansas
• Ability to quickly learn new technical programs and software relevant to legal practice

Skills:

• Strong litigation skills with a focus on family law
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously
• Attention to detail and strong analytical skills
• Proficiency in legal research and writing
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong advocacy skills and courtroom presence

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