Job Description
Location: Hackensack, NJ Parsippany, NJ Mount Laurel, NJ
Country: United States
Salary: $100K-$150K
Locations: Parsippany-Troy Hills, Hackensack, or Mount Laurel, New Jersey
ABOUT OUR CLIENTOur client is a New Jersey-based family law firm committed to protecting the rights of individuals and families. They foster a supportive and team-oriented work environment, ensuring both clients and employees feel valued. With team outings that include families and a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, this firm provides a workplace where attorneys can grow professionally while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
They are currently seeking a Family Law Attorney to manage family law cases, provide compassionate legal counsel, and contribute to the firm's success through business development and exceptional client service.
WHY JOIN US?- Generous time off, including 15 PTO days and firm-observed holidays
- Annual performance-based generation and target bonuses
- Comprehensive benefits, including health and life insurance, with group options for dental, vision, and disability coverage
- Simple IRA with a 3 percent employer match once eligible
- Represent clients in divorce, custody, alimony, and property division cases
- Conduct legal research and draft pleadings, motions, and legal briefs
- Advocate for clients in court proceedings, mediations, and negotiations
- Develop effective litigation and settlement strategies
- Provide empathetic, clear, and effective legal counsel to clients
- Engage in business development by consulting with potential clients and facilitating legal retainers
- Participate in networking events to expand the firm's client base
- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active New Jersey Bar Admission
- Minimum of four years of family law experience
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Ability to explain complex legal concepts in a client-friendly manner
- Experience in consultative selling to attract and retain clients
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management software
- Litigation experience
- Familiarity with Salesforce and iManage
- An existing book of business is a plus
Candidates who are passionate about family law and dedicated to client advocacy are encouraged to apply.
Key skill Required
- Networking
- Microsoft Office
- Business Development
- Advocacy
- Commitment
- Communication
- Comprehensive
- Consulting
- Development
- Family Law
- Insurance
- Legal Research
- Life Insurance
- Litigation
- Management
- Oral and Written Communication
- Passionate
- Research
- Supportive
- Work-Life Balance
- Written Communication
