Family Law Attorney

A law firm in Denville, NJ is seeking an experienced Family Law Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of family law experience, including significant trial experience. This role requires expertise in managing complex family law cases, including depositions, witness examinations, and courtroom appearances. The successful candidate should possess strong interpersonal skills, along with excellent legal writing, research, and analytical abilities. Business development skills are considered a plus. The firm offers a collaborative environment with a competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.

Key Responsibilities

• Trial Experience: Manage and handle family law cases through trial, including presenting evidence, examining witnesses, and making court appearances.
• Client Representation: Represent clients in family law matters, such as divorce, child custody, support, adoption, and other related legal issues.
• Case Management: Oversee all aspects of family law cases from start to finish, including discovery, pleadings, and motions.
• Depositions and Witness Examination: Take and defend depositions, as well as conduct witness examinations during court proceedings.
• Legal Writing and Research: Draft briefs, motions, and other legal documents with a high degree of accuracy and clarity. Perform thorough legal research to support cases.
• Court Appearances: Represent clients during court hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Client Interaction: Maintain ongoing communication with clients, providing legal advice and updates on case progress.
• Business Development: If applicable, develop and expand the firm's client base through networking and community involvement.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other attorneys and staff to provide high-quality legal services and strategic advice to clients.

Requirements

• 10+ years of family law experience, with a strong background in managing complex family law litigation.
• Significant trial experience is required, including courtroom advocacy, witness examinations, and presenting evidence.
• Ability to handle family law matters such as divorce, child custody, alimony, child support, and adoption.
• New Jersey Bar Admission is required and must be in good standing.
• Strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with clients, court personnel, and colleagues.
• Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical skills for drafting persuasive legal documents.
• Ability to take and defend depositions, examine witnesses, and prepare cases for trial.
• Strong understanding of New Jersey family law statutes and court procedures.
• Proven ability to manage multiple family law cases simultaneously and work efficiently under deadlines.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.

Certifications and Bar Admission

• Admitted to practice law in New Jersey and in good standing.

Skills

• Strong litigation skills, particularly in family law cases.
• High-level legal writing and research abilities for preparing briefs, motions, and other legal filings.
• Excellent oral advocacy skills to represent clients in court.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective legal strategies for complex family law cases.
• Ability to generate business and bring in new clients is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills for managing a high volume of cases.

Job Location

• Denville, NJ

Experience

• A minimum of 10+ years of family law experience, with a proven track record of success in trial and courtroom advocacy.

Benefits

• The firm offers a competitive salary and bonus structure, along with generous benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans.
• A supportive and pleasant work environment that fosters collaboration and professional development.

With more than 50 years of experience, this firm has sustained a reliable reputation in Family Law, Divorce, Criminal Defense, LGBT/Non Traditional Families and more. This New Jersey based firm has nearly twenty hard-working attorneys devoted to serving their clients.