Family Law Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

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

Compensation:

$80,000 - $100,000 + yearly

Responsibilities:

• Draft pleadings, motions, contracts, marital settlement agreements, judgements, and orders for a high volume of cases
• Collaborate with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move files through the civil litigation process
• Keep client files properly organized and up to date
• Handle the division of marital assets, including real estate, during divorce proceedings as needed
• Attend court proceedings as needed to represent clients

• Ensure timely communication with clients

Qualifications:

• Active member of the ABA (American Bar Association)
• Experience at a legal firm working on family law and real estate issues (determining marital property) for at least 1-2 years is required
• Undergraduate degree with a legal background and Juris Doctor degree required
• Great negotiation and communication skills, particularly in stressful and emotional situations
• Ability to successfully represent both plaintiff and defendant sides of a case

• Licensed in Massachusetts (required), Rhode Island (preferred)
• At least 2-3 years of family law practice

About Company

Foundations Family Law was created to be an intentionally different law firm. We are a heart-centered business and strive to resolve family law conflicts as painlessly and peacefully as possible in Central-Eastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island.

We also offer a flexible work schedule and sustainable billable hour requirement (as low as 80 hours/month) to accommodate working parents.

Benefits: Health reimbursement, IRA with company match, Generous vacation and sick leave policy