Family Lawyer
The Law Offices of Josephia Rouse, Rockville, MD, United States
Our law group is growing and we are looking for a sharp family attorney who will zealously represent clients in all areas of family law. You’ll assist individuals in a variety of situations such as navigating prenuptial agreements and attending court hearings for divorce, alimony/spousal support, and child support. The prime candidate will have experience with a range of sensitive legal issues such as child abuse, child custody, and domestic violence, and be able to maintain composure, negotiate, and argue effectively even in emotional and high-stress situations. If you are passionate about helping people navigate some of the most difficult challenges they may face in their lives, start your application today Responsibilities: • Create legal documents such as pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgements and orders for a high volume of cases • Divide marital assets, including real estate, when necessary during divorce proceedings • Organize and maintain client files to ensure they are kept current • Communicate with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move through the civil litigation process • Ensure clients are effectively represented at court hearings as needed • Prepare legal documents such as legal pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgments, and orders for various cases Qualifications: • Excellent communication and negotiation skills, especially in highly stressful and emotional situations • Strong knowledge base of representing plaintiffs and defendants • 4-year degree with a legal background and J.D. degree are necessary for this position • Active member of the ABA (American Bar Association) • Prior work or studies in criminal justice preferred • Must be licensed to practice law in the State of MD (strong consideration for licensure in DC) • Prior experience representing clients in hearings, trials, and mediation required • Persuasive writing skills and verbal communication skills are critical, along with management of support staff and interpersonal skills • Great legal research skill is a must Compensation: $135,000 - $170,000 DOE
• Prepare legal documents such as legal pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgments, and orders for various cases
Compensation:
$135,000-$170,000 per year