We're on the lookout for a dedicated Family Law Attorney to join our vibrant team at Collins Family & Elder Law Group. Here, you'll be embraced by a firm renowned for its innovation, teamwork, and unwavering dedication to clients. We hold ethical, professional, and trustworthy practices in high regard, and we're passionate advocates for families. You'll thrive in a nurturing environment that offers ample room for career advancement, competitive pay, and a healthy work-life balance. Our benefits are designed with you in mind, featuring comprehensive health insurance, retirement plans, and bonus opportunities.
In this role, you'll work alongside a team of talented attorneys and staff in a supportive, client-centric setting. Your ability to communicate clearly and empathetically will be key as you engage with clients. We're looking for someone with a proactive attitude, strong problem-solving skills, and a commitment to excellence. We'll recognize and celebrate your hard work and dedication. Are you ready to make a meaningful impact with us? To apply, please send your resume and cover letter, including a memorable book or movie you've recently enjoyed and what made it special to you.
Compensation:
$100,000+ yearly DOE
Responsibilities:-
Help effectively solve legal problems for clients by analyzing the situation, understanding their needs, and creating a strategic plan of action
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Draft pleadings, motions, contracts, and marital settlement agreements, handle the division of marital assets, judgments, and orders for family law cases
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Attend court proceedings as needed to ensure effective representation of clients
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Collaborate with attorneys and paralegals to effectively move files through the civil litigation process
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Consult with potential clients to ascertain their needs and decide on the next steps
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Engage in matter management to ensure timely progress in all cases
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Confirm all work is consistently quality-reviewed for case law and written content/clarity
Qualifications:-
License to practice law in South Carolina
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4+ years of experience working in a law firm on family law issues, with sufficient experience to work independently on certain cases and retain new clients
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Experience with billing and keeping track of billable time on cases
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Great negotiation and communication skills, particularly in stressful and emotional situations
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Team-oriented, flexible, organized, and willing to work across office locations when needed is a plus
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Self-starter who will take the proactive initiative to complete priorities on a daily basis
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Ability to creatively problem-solve and come up with workable solutions, figure things out on your own
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Must be willing to travel locally around Charleston and Beaufort, as well as the surrounding area, for mediations, depositions, and court
About Company
Collins Family & Elder Law Group is a growing family law and estate planning firm serving clients across North Carolina and South Carolina. We are looking for a highly organized, proactive marketing professional to help manage the firm’s day-to-day marketing, reputation, content, local visibility, and attorney-support efforts.
This is not a “post on Facebook once in a while” role. We need someone who can keep the marketing machine moving, coordinate with vendors, help protect and strengthen the firm’s reputation, and make sure our attorneys, offices, and practice areas are consistently visible to the right clients.
Benefits:
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401(k) and 401(k) matching
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Dental, Health, Life, Vision, and Long-term disability insurance
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Paid time off
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Retirement plan
