Attorney needed for Chicago office

Job Overview:
A growing law firm specializing exclusively in family law is seeking an Attorney to join its supportive and collaborative team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who values work-life balance and wants to contribute meaningfully to clients' lives. The firm offers a fixed fee model, eliminating the stress of tracking billable hours and micromanagement, and provides a positive work culture enhanced by modern technology and efficient business practices.

Location:

• Chicago, IL

Duties:

• Advise clients regarding ongoing family law litigation and explain legal issues they may face.
• Research case facts, including financial records, evaluations, expert reports, and relevant case law.
• Develop case strategies, emphasizing cost-effective and timely resolutions over prolonged litigation.
• Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, exhibits, balance sheets, support calculations, and prenuptial agreements.
• Represent clients in court by presenting evidence, arguments, and testimony to assert clients' rights and best interests.
• Mentor less experienced attorneys and delegate tasks to the support team.
• Work collaboratively with team members and independently to manage client cases.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• Active bar license in good standing.
• Strong knowledge of family law practice and procedure in Illinois counties such as Cook, DuPage, Lake, and McHenry.
• Excellent research, analytical, and legal writing skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a client-focused approach.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Experience with family law cases, including divorce, paternity, prenuptial agreements, and post-judgment matters.

Education:

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

Certifications:

• Licensed to practice law in Illinois (active and in good standing).

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of family law and related legal procedures.
• Ability to interpret and apply case law and court decisions to client cases.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a focus on client relations.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple cases simultaneously.
• Strong mentoring and team collaboration skills.

Benefits:

• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance (effective the first day of the month following hire).
• 401(k) matching.
• Short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Flexibility in work time and space.
• Supportive team environment with mentoring and coaching.
• Modern technology and efficient business practices to reduce stress and increase flexibility.
• No ceiling on earnings—merit-based compensation model.