Family Law Attorney

Attorney Sharon Jackson•Lawrenceville, GA

About The Position

Our law group is growing, and we are looking for a sharp family attorney who will zealously represent clients in all areas of family law. You’ll assist individuals in a variety of situations, such as navigating prenuptial agreements and attending court hearings for divorce, alimony/spousal support, and child support. The prime candidate will have experience with a range of sensitive legal issues, such as child abuse, child custody, and domestic violence, and be able to maintain composure, negotiate, and argue effectively even in emotional and high-stress situations. If you are passionate about helping people navigate some of the most difficult challenges they may face in their lives, start your application today. We offer unique benefits, superior pay and incentives, and opportunities for A players only. Our lawyers focus on the work that a law degree is required for, not tasks that can be performed by paralegals and legal assistants. You must have the ability to delegate and lead to be an effective attorney with our team. You must know and lead your cases. The support staff will handle telephone, calendaring, and scheduling. Determine case strategy and resources needed, such as a GAL, mediator, expert, home appraisal, etc. Negotiate settlements through settlement conferences and or mediation. Develop and implement a litigation strategy. Develop cross-examination, direct examination, and trial strategy. Dictate strategy, needs, and methods to paralegals and legal assistants. Review and approve all drafts. Lead client communication and client happiness efforts. Facilitate resolutions that save the client money and consider the client's budget. Litigate when necessary, ensuring that clients see you fighting for them and ensuring that they get whatever they are entitled to receive. Engage with clients frequently and help clients cope amid stressful family situations. Obtain at least one five-star client every month. Operate efficiently and meet billable hour requirements. Manage the accounts receivable on cases that you own, ensuring that your clients have the proper funds before the work is performed. A minimum of 2 years of family law experience is required. Sensitive people are NOT a fit for our company or our team. This is family law. It requires tough, get-it-done professionals who don't get their feathers ruffled easily. You must be able to handle difficult judges, challenging clients, and combative opposing attorneys. Must be able to take criticism and feedback from clients, opposing parties, and judges. Commitment to continuous learning and improvement is required. A sense of humor and a positive attitude are needed for this industry and our firm. The desire to win and be the best is essential for trial lawyers in our firm. Commitment to excellence is required.

Requirements

A minimum of 2 years of family law experience is required.
Must be able to handle difficult judges, challenging clients, and combative opposing attorneys.
Must be able to take criticism and feedback from clients, opposing parties, and judges.
Commitment to continuous learning and improvement is required.
A sense of humor and a positive attitude are needed for this industry and our firm.
The desire to win and be the best is essential for trial lawyers in our firm.
Commitment to excellence is required.

Responsibilities

Determine case strategy and resources needed, such as a GAL, mediator, expert, home appraisal, etc.
Negotiate settlements through settlement conferences and or mediation.
Develop and implement a litigation strategy.
Develop cross-examination, direct examination, and trial strategy.
Dictate strategy, needs, and methods to paralegals and legal assistants.
Review and approve all drafts.
Lead client communication and client happiness efforts.
Facilitate resolutions that save the client money and consider the client's budget.
Litigate when necessary, ensuring that clients see you fighting for them and ensuring that they get whatever they are entitled to receive.
Engage with clients frequently and help clients cope amid stressful family situations.
Obtain at least one five-star client every month.
Operate efficiently and meet billable hour requirements.
Manage the accounts receivable on cases that you own, ensuring that your clients have the proper funds before the work is performed.