This position is accountable for the following work:
Perform extensive case-related research into relevant laws to support our arguments and theories of cases.
Negotiate with opposing counsel on behalf of clients.
Manage and work collaboratively with junior associates, paralegals, and law clerks, mentoring and providing teaching moments.
Draft pleadings, correspondence, and agreements.
Maintain client relationships by communicating (via email and telephone) often with clients and explaining complex legal proceedings and concepts to them. Keep clients informed of the status of their case at all times.
Communicate effectively, professionally, and responsibly with opposing counsel and court.
Keep office apprised of case status and deadlines. Organize online and paper files. Case status and task status are updated on Asana regularly.
Ability to work on and organize multiple cases at the same time, managing smaller cases independently and serving as second chair on larger matters, supporting the Principals.
Represent clients at Court hearings, mediation, conferences, and depositions.
Involvement with trial proceedings; working with support staff in organizing evidence; preparing exhibits; scheduling witnesses; ensuring that witnesses are ready/prepared when needed.
Attend CLEs, bar association events, business development and networking functions with firm members and solo.
Prepare blog posts and assist in writing and researching articles.
Perform all other legal-related tasks as requested.
The candidate must:
Bring with them a portable book of business.
Genuinely like working with people, with empathy and patience.
Embrace service-oriented problem solving, taking the initiative to act quickly and decisively when a client experiences a problem that requires a prompt solution.
Possess the ability to understand that clients have different styles and needs and adapt accordingly.
Exercise sound judgment, high integrity, trustworthiness, and ability to maintain strict confidentiality.
Submit the best version of work and carefully checks before submission to make certain case facts are correct and free of typos (i.e. dates, places, relief requests, etc.).
Not be afraid to ask questions or to collaborate on finding a solution for a problem.
Interest in advancing knowledge of family law through taking on new challenges and regularly attending CLEs.
Being willing to step outside comfort zone to take on new challenges, particularly with respect to litigation.
Promote the firm within their network, personally, virtually, and on social media, to lay foundation for business development.
Write clearly and concisely. Produce a timely, accurate, and persuasive work product.
Must be good at working in a team environment and take constructive criticism well when offered.
Employer-provided medical, dental, and vision insurance (50% company paid for the employee only)
401(k) plan with 3% safe harbor contributions
Flexible spending plan for healthcare and dependent care
Paid vacation and sick time
Paid holidays
Opportunity for performance bonuses
Paid parking
Generous paid parental leave
Hybrid in office 2-3 days a week
Opportunity to office out of our Washington, DC (Glover Park) location
Our firm practices in the area of family law in Maryland and Washington D.C. Over 100 law firms identify themselves as practicing family law in Montgomery County alone. We realize that you have many options for representation in your family law matter. This firm was formed in 2015 with the goal in mind of providing the utmost in client representation. Every family, and therefore every case, is different. However, in some ways each client is the same. Each deserves an attorney they trust, who returns communications promptly, explains matters fully and cares deeply about achieving the best possible results. Likewise, each case has similar challenges, including trying to move toward resolution sooner rather than later, preserving funds, and reducing stress.
Where possible, we help you avoid disputes before they arise. We negotiate for clients, catching and solving problems before they become bigger ones.
We pride ourselves on making the most difficult time in a person's life a little easier by providing legally sound, practical advice, rooted in experience.
JD from accredited law school Admission to the Maryland or DC Bar required. Virginia Bar a plus. Minimum of 6 years of experience practicing as a family law attorney required (exclusive of clerking experience). Demonstrated commitment to local bar associations as an active participant and/or leader a plus.