Family Law Associate Attorney

Richland office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks a family law associate attorney with experience. The candidate will be responsible for assisting clients with matters involving paternity, guardianship, juvenile delinquency, emancipation, custody, child support, adoption, dissolution, and divorce. Will be conducting legal research and drafting letters, briefs, memorandums, and other legal documents. Drafting and reviewing written discovery including e-discovery. Drafting, responding to, and arguing motions. Preparing for, taking, and defending depositions. Preparing for and appearing in Court and mediation. Efficiently communicating with clients on a regular basis. Providing exemplary legal products and superior service to clients. Being a trusted advisor to clients through strategic thinking, problem-solving, and providing sound legal advice. Generating a portion of own billable work, as well as distributing work to Paralegals and Senior Paralegals in the office. Maintaining a well-respected reputation amongst clients, opposing counsel, Judges, Court staff, and colleagues; and, all other duties as assigned. Admission (or eligibility for reciprocal admission) to the Bar.

The candidate should have excellent writing and interpersonal skills. Must have excellent legal research skills. Should have a Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school. The firm offers a professional work environment, a competitive salary, along with generous benefits which generally include: Paid leave; Health insurance; Vision insurance; Dental insurance; and, Participation in Gravis Laws 401(k) Retirement Plan70000