Associate Attorney (Litigation) - Family Law

Strickler, Platnick & Hatfield•Potomac, MD

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Strickler, Platnick & Hatfield, P.C. (" The Modern Family Law Firm ") is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join our growing team. We are a boutique family law firm representing clients throughout Maryland and Washington, D.C. Our practice is devoted exclusively to family law matters, including divorce, custody, child support, alimony, property division, relocation cases, contempt actions, and post-judgment litigation. Unlike many firms, we are looking for an attorney who already has litigation experience and is ready to take on an active caseload with significant client responsibility. Family law experience is preferred but not required. Strong litigation experience in family law, civil litigation, criminal litigation, or judicial clerkships will be highly valued.

Requirements

2+ years of litigation experience
Strong legal writing and persuasive advocacy skills
Comfortable communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and courts
Sound judgment and professionalism
Strong organizational and case-management skills
Motivated to develop into an outstanding family law attorney
Thrives in a collegial, team-oriented environment

Nice To Haves

Family law experience
Judicial clerkship experience

Responsibilities

Managing an active caseload with attorney support and mentorship
Meeting directly with clients and developing case strategy
Drafting motions, pleadings, memoranda, and other litigation documents
Preparing and responding to discovery requests
Reviewing and organizing financial, business, and evidentiary records
Negotiating settlements and participating in mediation
Conducting depositions and witness preparation
Attending hearings, settlement conferences, and trials
Working collaboratively with partners, associates, and support staff to obtain outstanding results for clients