Family Law Attorney

A law firm in Cary, NC, is seeking a Family Law Attorney to help clients navigate family-related legal issues, including divorce, child custody, spousal support, and child support. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in family law, a proven track record of successfully handling cases, and a passion for advocating on behalf of clients. This role involves developing case strategies, representing clients in court, and fostering positive relationships with clients while providing excellent customer service. The firm offers a generous benefits package, including health insurance and a 401(k).

Duties:

• Represent clients in family law matters, including divorce, child custody, spousal support, and child support.
• Understand that clients' problems go beyond legal issues and provide empathetic support.
• Foster positive relationships with clients and offer excellent customer service.
• Develop case strategies and provide guidance to paralegals and legal assistants.
• Draft legal documents, such as pleadings, motions, and agreements.
• Prepare and present cases in court, as well as negotiate settlements when appropriate.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.
• Stay up-to-date on changes in family law legislation and regulations.

Requirements:

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Must be a licensed attorney in the State of North Carolina.
• 3-5 years of family law experience is strongly preferred.
• Experience managing a full caseload.
• Demonstrated success in representing clients in family law matters.
• Ability to quickly learn additional software platforms, such as MyCase and Dropbox.

Skills:

• Strong background in family law.
• Proven track record in handling family law cases.
• Passion for advocating on behalf of clients.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Legal research and writing proficiency.
• Case strategy development.
• Negotiation skills.
• Empathy and understanding of clients' needs.

Benefits:

• Generous benefits package, including health insurance and 401(k).

This boutique law firm helps clients with setting up hedge funds, private equity funds, private credit funds, and fund of funds. Its practice areas include fund formation, investment management, markets & trading, investment transactions, institutional investors, and US Tax. The firm has offices in Greensboro, North Carolina and New York City, New York.