Job Description

Our law group is growing and we are looking for a sharp family attorney who will zealously represent our clients in all areas of family law. Youll 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.

Responsibilities

• Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgments, and orders for a high volume of cases.
• Analyze client situations, understand their needs, and create strategic plans of action.
• Divide marital assets, including real estate, during divorce proceedings.
• Organize and maintain client files to ensure they remain current.
• Work closely with paralegals and senior partners to ensure swift action through the civil litigation process.
• Assist clients by understanding their needs, analyzing each case, and developing tailored legal strategies.
• Manage all aspects of divorce proceedings, including the division of marital assets and real estate.
• Draft pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, judgments, orders, and related legal documents for a high-volume caseload.
• First?chair contested hearings and trials; design, craft, and execute litigation strategies.
• Lead negotiations and mediations; propose and secure practical settlement pathways (e.g., MSAs, consent orders).
• Conduct and defend depositions; prepare clients, witnesses, and experts for testimony.
• Collaborate with senior partners, associates, and paralegals to efficiently move cases through litigation.
• Supervise and mentor associates, junior attorneys, and paralegals; review work product and provide coaching.
• Set and manage client expectations, ensuring a positive client experience.
• Consistently meet quality, productivity, and client satisfaction goals.
• Contribute to process improvement and thought leadership in Maryland family law.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, especially in highly stressful and emotional situations.
• Extra consideration for those with a criminal justice background.
• Must have worked on family law issues for at least 1-2 years; handling of real estate also required.
• 4?year degree with a legal background and a J.D. are necessary for this position.
• Ability to successfully represent both plaintiff and defendant sides of a case.
• Must be licensed to practice law in the State of MD (strong consideration for licensure in DC and VA).
• Prior experience representing clients in hearings, trials, and mediation is required.
• Persuasive writing skills and verbal communication skills are critical, along with management of support staff and interpersonal skills.
• Great legal research skill is a must.
• Must have 5+ years of first?chair trial family law experience.

Compensation

Compensation: $170,000 $225,000 DOE

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