Family Law Attorney jobs in United States
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The Murphy Law Firm · 10 hours ago

Family Law Attorney

The Murphy Law Firm is in an exciting chapter of major growth, and they are seeking a dedicated and passionate Family Law Attorney who can advocate for clients during pivotal emotional moments. The role involves leading a wide range of family law matters, including divorce proceedings, child custody, and domestic violence cases, while providing support and guidance to clients through complex legal issues.

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Hiring Manager
Angel Murphy, Esq.
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Responsibilities

Develop case strategies, provide leadership, and guide paralegals and legal assistants
Handle full caseloads independently, from case inception to resolution
Conduct in-depth legal research and prepare memos on complex case issues
Appear in court for various family law proceedings, representing clients in high-stakes situations
Prepare clients for trials, advocate on their behalf, and work with experts when necessary
Oversee the division of marital assets and negotiate settlements in divorce cases
Maintain organized client files, ensuring documentation accuracy and timeliness
Cultivate relationships with clients, providing clear communication and emotional support through challenging situations
Handle the division of marital assets, including real estate, during divorce proceedings as needed
Assist clients effectively by understanding their needs, analyzing the situation, then strategizing and deciding on a proper course of action
Keep client files properly organized and up to date
Collaborate with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move files through the civil litigation process
Attend court proceedings as needed to represent clients

Qualification

Family Law litigationCourtroom advocacyLicensed in MarylandLicensed in D.C.Strategic problem-solvingCommunicationAttention to detailCompassionate advocateResilienceEstate Planning experienceCriminal justice backgroundTeam collaborationNegotiation skills

Required

Minimum of 6 years in Family Law litigation and courtroom advocacy
Licensed to practice in Maryland and the District of Columbia
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strategic problem-solving skills
Attention to detail
A compassionate and resilient advocate with experience navigating high-stress, emotional cases with a client-focused approach
Skilled in analyzing and summarizing legal documents with strong attention to detail
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a supportive team environment

Preferred

Estate Planning experience
Proven success in advocating for both plaintiffs and defendants
Strong negotiation skills, especially under stressful conditions
Proven record of success in advocating for plaintiffs and defendants
4-year degree with a legal background and J.D. degree
At least 1-2 years of working in a law firm on family law issues as well as real estate (determining marital property)
Prior work or studies in criminal justice
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, especially in highly stressful and emotional situations

Company

The Murphy Law Firm

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The Murphy Law firm was acclaimed #15 out of 500 of the fastest-growing law firms in the country with 538% growth in 2022, 2023, and 2024 consecutively! The Murphy Law Firm primarily handles family law and estate planning matters in Maryland and the District of Columbia.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage
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