Experienced Family Law Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced Family Law Attorney in Kansas City, MO. The ideal candidate will join a dynamic Domestic Relations practice group, providing strategic insight and sensitivity in family law and divorce litigation.

Duties

• Handle complex marital dissolutions and legal separations.
• Draft and negotiate child custody agreements and parenting plans.
• Prepare prenuptial, postnuptial, and non-traditional partnership agreements.
• Manage post-divorce modifications, including spousal maintenance and child support.
• Conduct paternity determinations and related litigation.
• Navigate high-net-worth divorces with financial complexity.
• Provide empathetic guidance to clients facing emotionally charged issues.
• Advocate skillfully in court and explore amicable resolutions.
• Craft favorable custody and support outcomes.
• Preserve client assets and achieve equitable property divisions.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice law in Kansas and Missouri.
• Strong client base preferred.

Education

• J.D. from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Licensed in Kansas and Missouri.

Skills

• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Ability to handle high-net-worth cases with financial complexity.
• Empathetic and clear communication with clients.
• Experience in crafting favorable custody and support outcomes.

Benefits

• Collaborative, client-centered team environment.
• Focus on preserving family assets and dignity.
• Commitment to minimizing unnecessary conflict.
• Solutions centered around the best interests of children.

This firm's headquarters are in Kansas City. Their talented and experienced lawyers specialize in will, trusts & estate planning, employment law, transportation, banking and financial services, real estate law, bankruptcy, tax law, corporate and business transaction, litigation & dispute resolution, healthcare and family law. Having over 65 years of experience, they have developed the skills and team necessary to overcome any legal situation. Their team has lawyers that are recognized on the list of 'Super Lawyers' for 2015.