Family Law Attorney

Overview

Our client, a growing legal practice, is seeking a Family Attorney to represent clients across a full range of family matters. This role involves courtroom representation, strategic case management, and client advocacy in sensitive and complex legal situations.

• Represent clients in divorce, custody, child support, spousal support, and related family matters
• Attend court hearings, mediations, and trials
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, judgments, and orders
• Manage division of marital assets, including real estate
• Maintain organized and up-to-date client files
• Communicate effectively with clients, partners, paralegals, and support staff
• Develop legal strategies aligned with client goals
• Supervise support staff and participate in file review meetings
• Prepare equitable distribution charts
• Monitor retainers and coordinate with billing staff
• Handle appeals when necessary
• Travel within the state for hearings and meetings as required

• Active license to practice in West Virginia or Ohio (willingness to obtain reciprocal licensure required)
• Juris Doctor (JD) degree
• Family experience preferred but not required
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Ability to manage high-volume caseloads
• Effective negotiation and litigation skills
• Professional judgment in high-stress or emotionally sensitive matters

• Family litigation
• Client advocacy
• Legal drafting
• Case strategy development
• Courtroom representation
• Negotiation and mediation
• File management