Job Description
Job Description
OCFL (offices in Hanover and Westborough, MA) is seeking a Senior Associate or an Of Counsel attorney who is confident in the courtroom, strategic in case management, empathetic to what clients are going through, and passionate about making an impact.
You'll be handling complex, high-conflict litigation in emotionally charged cases with autonomy while assisting in mentoring junior attorneys or family law residents and collaborating with a values-driven team. This is an opportunity to commit to C.H.A.N.G.E., which also stands for each of our firm's values. We invest deeply in professional development, leadership training, and long-term career growth, and we're looking for someone worth that investment.
The position requires someone based in Massachusetts, although much of our legal work is done virtually, so long as the employee remains in good standing. Court appearances are primarily in person, which could require you to be in court from 8:30 a.m. until 5:00 p.m., so the ability to get there and stay there with no distractions is crucial.
Compensation:
$125,000 - $200,000 yearly
Responsibilities:
- Lead complex family law cases from inception to resolution, ensuring the best outcomes for clients.
- Collaborate closely with our team to develop strategic case plans that align with our firm's values and client goals.
- Mentor and guide junior attorneys, fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment.
- Represent clients in court with confidence and professionalism, advocating effectively on their behalf.
- Maintain open and empathetic communication with clients, providing clear updates and managing expectations.
- Conduct thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategies and decision-making.
- Draft, review, and revise legal documents with precision and attention to detail, ensuring compliance with legal standards and firm policies.
- Collaborate with leadership to improve the firm's process and uphold C.H.A.N.G.E. values (Courageousness, Honesty, Ambition, Navigation, Growth, Empowerment)
Qualifications:
- Experience in handling complex family law cases from start to finish, ensuring the best outcomes for clients.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with a team to develop strategic case plans that align with firm values.
- Proven track record of mentoring and guiding junior attorneys, fostering a supportive and growth-oriented environment.
- Confidence and professionalism in representing clients in court, advocating effectively on their behalf.
- Strong communication skills to maintain open and empathetic dialogue with clients, providing clear updates and managing expectations.
- Expertise in conducting thorough legal research and analysis to support case strategies and decision-making.
- Precision and attention to detail in drafting, reviewing, and revising legal documents, ensuring compliance with legal standards and firm policies.
About Company
Values: C.H.A.N.G.E.
Courageousness: Life unfolds in proportion to your ability to face fears, stand up for what is right, and inspire change. Sometimes, someone else needs you to be courageous for them so they can find the strength in themselves.
Honesty: We don't just tell people what they want to hear. The truth isn’t always the easiest, but not telling it destroys trust.
Ambitiousness: We shoot for the stars and never settle for being just good enough. The goal for massive improvement is to try to be just 1% better every day.
Navigator: Our goal is to be like a lighthouse that continues to shine and guide others through the rough waters to safety.
Growth: We possess a never-ending drive to push ourselves and those around us to continuously improve personally, professionally, and emotionally.
Empowerment: When you change the way you think, you change your future. We cannot empower someone to do or be something; we can only give them the tools to empower themselves to reach their goals.