Company:
BCG Attorney Search
Location: Chula Vista
Closing Date: 20/10/2024
Salary: £100 - £125 Per Annum
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
A prestigious law firm located in Chula Vista, CA is seeking a qualified Family Law Attorney. This full-time, on-site position offers the opportunity to handle a variety of family law matters, including client representation in court and management of all aspects of the legal process. The role requires a strong legal background in family law, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to manage a caseload independently.
Duties:
- Represent clients in family law cases, including court appearances, settlement conferences, and negotiations.
- Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, discovery, trial briefs, and other case-related materials.
- Conduct legal research to support case strategies.
- Manage statutory deadlines for case filings and submissions.
- Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and judges.
- Use legal software and case management systems such as MyCase, Clio, LexisNexis, DissoMaster, and Microsoft Office.
- Ensure timely and accurate billing, meeting a minimum of 30 billable hours weekly.
- Formulate case strategies and identify potential conflicts to provide resolutions.
Requirements:
- Licensed to practice law in California and good standing with the California Bar Association.
- At least 1 year of experience as an attorney, with specific experience handling family law cases independently.
- Familiarity with California family law legislation and appellate decisions.
- Proficiency in legal drafting and managing case-related tasks.
Education:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
Certifications:
Skills:
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for interacting with clients, colleagues, and the judiciary.
- Proficient in legal research and case management software such as MyCase, Clio, LexisNexis, DissoMaster, and Microsoft Office.
- Being bilingual in English and Spanish is highly desirable.
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills to handle multiple cases effectively.
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