Family Law Attorney - Silver Spring, United States - Ultimate Outsourcing

Mark Lane

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Description

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 12 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
  • 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:


  • Health 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 selected, the attorney will help lead our firm's SIJS team, attending custody and divorce hearings throughout the state of Maryland and hearings before the immigration court in Maryland and Virginia.

The attorney needs to have the ability to handle a fast-paced caseload, day-to-day interactions with clients and potential new clients, manage a large team of paralegals, meet deadlines, and be available to their clients and the firm's partners as needed.

Excellent organizational skills and project management are also essential to the success of the role.


Pay:
$85, $100,000.00 per year


License/Certification:

  • Bar (required)

Work Location:
On the road

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