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Our client, a successful family law firm, is seeking a Senior Family Law Attorney to join their team. This role is suited for an experienced attorney who can guide clients through sensitive domestic matters with sound judgment, clear communication, and strong courtroom presence. The attorney will handle a demanding caseload independently while delivering thoughtful strategy and steady advocacy across a range of family law proceedings.
Job Responsibility
Represent clients in a broad range of family law matters from inception through final resolution
Handle all aspects of litigation, including case strategy, pleadings, discovery, motions, settlement negotiations, mediations, and trials
Advise and represent clients in matters involving divorce and legal separation, paternity actions contempt actions and enforcement proceedings, modification actions involving custody, parenting time, support, and alimony, restraining orders and emergency motions, Department of Children and Families (DCF) matters, including DCF appeals
Conduct court appearances, evidentiary hearings, and trials
Draft and review legal documents, pleadings, agreements, affidavits, and memoranda
Collaborate with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, guardians ad litem, social workers, and other professionals
Maintain accurate case files and comply with all court deadlines and procedural requirements
Provide clients with clear legal guidance and maintain consistent communication throughout representation
Requirements
7 to 15 years of family law litigation experience
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Active license and good standing with the applicable state bar
Significant courtroom and trial experience in family law matters
Strong knowledge of state family law procedures and court practices
Experience handling DCF-related matters and appeals preferred
Excellent written, verbal, negotiation, and advocacy skills
Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines effectively
Strong interpersonal skills with a client-centered approach
High level of professionalism, discretion, and ethical standards
Nice to have
Experience handling DCF-related matters and appeals
What we offer
Bonuses
medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance (for contract/temporary professionals)
enrollment in company 401(k) plan (for contract/temporary professionals)