Associate Attorney
Donaldson Stewart, PC
Chandler, AZ, United States
Full-time
Donaldson Stewart, PC is seeking a Family Law Attorney to join our Chandler, Arizona team. If you or someone you know may be interested, please contact me directly : monicadonaldson@usa.
net. No recruiters or placement agencies, please.
Associate Attorney duties will include representing clients in divorce, child custody, child support, and post-decree proceedings, drafting legal documents and consulting with clients on all aspects of their cases.
Responsibilities Include :
- Consulting with potential new clients; Drafting all types of pleadings, including initial documents, final settlement documents, motions, discovery requests / responses, and disclosure statements;
- Attending Resolution Management Conferences, temporary orders hearings, evidentiary hearings / trials, mediation (private / court-ordered), Order of Protection hearings, as well as other types of hearings;
- Negotiating case settlement / resolution; Supporting senior attorneys with legal research, document drafting and court appearances on an as-needed basis;
Performing administrative and management functions related to assigned cases.
Qualifications :
- Licensed to practice law in Arizona and in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona;
- Previous experience in family law, including the responsibilities set forth above, is preferred; however, we will consider candidates with all levels of experience;
- Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on conflict resolution;
- Ability to build rapport with clients;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
- Strong legal research skills;
- Strong time-management skills;
- Willingness to be accountable for all aspects of case preparation, management and deadlines;
- Positive attitude;
Open to constructive feedback.
Benefits :
SIMPLE IRA with company match
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Mentoring
30+ days ago