Family Law Attorney

Job Description

Job Ttitle: Family Law Attorney

Company: Buchanan Law Group


Description: Our law firm is seeking a family attorney who can assist our clients in navigating the sensitive legal issues of family law, including child custody, child abuse, and domestic violence. Jobseekers should be equally familiar with prenuptial agreements, divorce, alimony, child support, and real estate, and be able to effectively engage in oral debate and negotiation even in highly stressful and emotional situations. If you are driven by an opportunity to help people during one of the toughest times in their lives and have a proven track record of success, apply now.Responsibilities:

• Manage the division of marital assets, including real estate, during divorce proceedings when needed
• Attend court proceedings as needed to represent clients
• Communicate with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move through the civil litigation process
• Keep client files properly organized and up to date
• Create legal documents such as pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgements and orders for a high volume of cases
• Ensure clients are effectively represented at court hearings as needed
• Contribute to the sales efforts for the firm by handling incoming PNC calls
• Take responsibility for collection rate and accounts receivables for your clients

Qualifications:

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, especially in highly stressful and emotional situations
• Must have worked on family law issues for at least 1-2 years; handling of real estate also required
• Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association)
• Prior work or studies in criminal justice preferred
• 4-year degree with a legal background and J.D. degree are necessary for this position
• You must be comfortable and excited by the prospect of leveraging technology in the course of practicing law
• A passion for the practice of divorce and family law
• Must be licensed to practice law in the state of Illinois and live within our coverage area (Kane, Cook, Lake, DuPage, and Will Counties)
• Must have worked on family law issues for at least 5+ years
• Possess a solid working knowledge of computer software applications, including Microsoft Office, Google Suite, CRMs, time tracking software, Slack, Zoom, etc.
• Be ready to grow both personally and professionally in your role

About Company:
We are a regional divorce law firm. We believe in nurturing a culture where our team members grow with us. Employees are expected to uphold our values, engage in continuous learning, and contribute positively to our shared goals. Join us as we embark on an exciting journey of regional dominance and national expansion, all while enjoying the flexibility and advantages of a remote work environment.

Salary:

Location: Chicago, IL

Date: Mon, 30 Dec 2024 23:31:21 GMT


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