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We are a boutique family law firm located in Pleasanton, CA. Operating throughout the San Francisco Bay Area with over a decade of guiding parents, spouses, and domestic partners through family court. We focus on all aspects of family law including prenuptial agreements, dissolution and nullity, child custody, child and spousal support, property division, paternity, post-judgment enforcement and modification, and domestic violence restraining orders. We are a small but mighty team who believe all our clients deserve to be heard.We are looking for a motivated and passionate family law Contract Attorney to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Assist attorneys in all aspects of family law cases, including divorce, child custody, and spousal support
- Conduct legal research and gather relevant case information
- Draft legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and discovery requests
- Draft and respond to discovery requests
- Prepare and organize case files for court hearings and trials
- Communicate with clients & opposing counsel to gather necessary information and provide updates on case progress
- Assist with trial preparation, including organizing exhibits and witness lists
- Be available for court appearances as needed
- Ad-hoc task/projects as needed.
- Maintain confidentiality of client information at all times
Experience/Requirements:
- Licensed Attorney able to practice law in the state of California
- Minimum of 3 years of family law experience
- Ability to draft legal documents accurately and efficiently
- Familiarity with legal research tools such as Westlaw and Lexis-Nexis
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively, with minimal oversight
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Possesses good judgment and strong analytical, client counseling, and negotiation skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Experience with litigation support
- Has excellent research skills
Ideally, this position will evolve into being responsible for your own caseload. You will have the option to make this a fully remote position or are welcome to come in as a private office will be provided. We are looking for someone who can thrive in a fast-paced work environment with demanding deadlines. Someone who is punctual and committed to providing the best services possible to our clients. Additionally, someone who would like to grow with our firm.
If you believe this would be a good match for you, we invite you to apply for this position. Join our team of experienced professionals and make a difference in the lives of our clients.
