Family Attorney

Attorney Sharon Jackson, LLC
• Lawrenceville , GA , US

Posted 3 days ago

Our growing law firm is looking to hire a family attorney who is fiercely passionate about representing clients facing one of the most challenging times in their lives. Candidates should be adept at preparing necessary legal documents in connection with prenuptial agreements, initiating and finalizing divorces, alimony, child support, and child custody. If you have a proven record of success both in and out of court, apply now!

We have a close-knit team that works well together because we have common work values and goals. The team selects all new hires, not the firm owner. We are looking for attorneys who will be a good fit for our team of hardworking, system-driven nerdy team that thrives on learning, teamwork, and personal and professional growth.

• Our lawyers focus on the work that a law degree is required for, not tasks that can be performed by a legal assistant. You must have the ability to delegate and lead to be an effective attorney with our team
• Determine case strategy
• Negotiate settlements through settlement conferences and or mediation
• Develop and implement a litigation strategy
• Develop cross-examination, direct examination, and trial strategy
• Dictate strategy, needs, and methods to paralegals and legal assistants. Review and approve all drafts
• Facilitate resolutions that save the client money and consider the client's budget
• Litigate when necessary, ensuring that clients see you fighting for them and ensuring that they get whatever they are entitled to receive
• Engage with clients frequently and help clients cope amid stressful family situations
• Obtain at least one five-star client every month
• Operate efficiently and meet billable hour requirements
• Work closely with paralegals and senior partners to ensure swift action through the civil litigation process
• Represent clients in court proceedings as needed
• Prepare legal documents such as legal pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgments, and orders for a high volume of cases
• Advocate on behalf of clients by understanding their needs, effectively analyzing the situation and forming a strategy for a plan of action
• Handle the division of marital assets, including real estate, during divorce proceedings as needed

• Sensitive people are NOT a fit for our company or our team. This is family law. It requires tough, type A, get-it-done professionals who don't get their feathers ruffled easily
• Must be able to take criticism and feedback from clients, opposing parties, and judges
• Commitment to continuous learning and improvement is required
• Sense of humor and a positive attitude are needed for this industry and our firm
• Desire to win and be the best is essential for trial lawyers in our firm
• Commitment to excellence is required

We offer unique benefits, superior pay and incentives, and opportunities for A players only.

• 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 J.D. degree are necessary for this position
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, especially in highly stressful and emotional situations

$70,000 - $185,000

We are a firm with a fast-moving work environment that requires the ability to think, move quickly, and multitask. We have old-school, old-fashioned work values, a non-office politics team, and high-tech tools and equipment. We have a team of all "A" players.

We will only hire the best talent, and we only want people who fit in with our core values and culture. Our firm has nearly perfect attendance because we understand how absences impact coworkers and clients!

We focus on customer service, teamwork, candor (open communication), forwardness, quality, and continuous learning. We will give you the tools and resources to succeed. You bring the skills, positive attitude, and initiative. We require full, comprehensive background checks, and we check references for all candidates.