Job Details
Larson Maddox has partnered with a rapidly expanding law firm that is highly respected in the DMV area and among Spanish speaking communities. They are seeking an experienced family law attorney to join the team! If you possess 1+ years of experience and are passionate about helping families, we want to hear from you.
The ideal candidate will be a great communicator, team member, manager, and self-starter. The candidate must also possess good business acumen and the desire to work in a fast-paced, high-volume, high-growth practice.
Responsibilities
- Provide representation for clients in court in legal cases as pertain to family law
- Uphold a steady schedule of hearings, court appearances, and conferences
- Attend trials and court proceedings
- Oversee and manage the legal issues that transpire between people who are members of the same family
- Advise staff on legal matters and interpret laws
- Interact routinely with case workers, supervisors, program directors and program administrators
- Supervise and direct mediation sessions and offer effective legal advice.
- Organize and record all official documents required to file cases
- Update clients regularly about their cases.
- Provide expert legal counsel and representation to clients in custody and divorce cases
- Work with our SIJS Department, closely managing the family law and immigration law components of our client's cases
- Attend SIJS hearings in courts throughout the state of Maryland
Qualifications
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in Maryland custody and divorce cases
- Experience in Maryland family law statutes, procedures, and case law
- Three years of related law/legal experience
- Prefered Bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Strong academic record
- Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research tools
Benefits
- Healt Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401(k)
- Vacations
- Sick time
- 10 Paid Federal Holidays Off
- Paid Birthday and work and Work Anniversary off
- Paid Parking
- Life Insurance
If you are interested please do not hesitate to apply!