Family Lawyer

Company: The Law Offices of Robert B. Buchanan
Location: Oak Park
Posted on: September 9, 2023

Job Description:

Our law group is growing and we are looking for a sharp family attorney who will zealously represent our clients in all areas of family law. You'll assist individuals in a variety of situations such as navigating prenuptial agreements and attending court hearings for divorce, alimony/spousal support, and child support. The prime candidate will have experience with a range of sensitive legal issues such as child abuse, child custody, and domestic violence, and be able to maintain composure, negotiate, and argue effectively even in emotional and high-stress situations. If you are passionate about helping people navigate some of the most difficult challenges they may face in their lives, start your application today

Responsibilities:

Keep client files properly organized and up to date
Assist clients effectively by understanding their needs analyzing the situation then strategizing and deciding on a proper course of action
Represent clients in court proceedings as needed
Create legal documents such as pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgements and orders for a high volume of cases
Communicate with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move through the civil litigation process
--- Advocate on behalf of clients by understanding their needs, effectively analyzing the situation, and forming a strategy for a plan of action
--- Maintain client files to ensure they are properly organized and up to date
--- Collaborate with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move files through the civil litigation process
--- Ensure clients are effectively represented at court hearings as needed
--- Prepare legal documents such as legal pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgments, and orders for a high volume of cases
--- Contribute to the sales efforts for the firm by handling incoming PNC calls
--- Take responsibility for collection rate and accounts receivables for your clients

Qualifications:

Excellent communication and negotiation skills, especially in highly stressful and emotional situations
Undergraduate degree with a legal background and Juris Doctor degree required
Must have worked on family law issues for at least 1-2 years; handling of real estate also required
Previous criminal justice or other legal background preferred
Proven record of success in advocating for plaintiffs and defendants
--- Great negotiation and communication skills, particularly in stressful and emotional situations
--- You must be comfortable and excited by the prospect of leveraging technology in the course of practicing law
--- A passion for the practice of divorce and family law
--- Must be licensed to practice law in the state of Illinois and live within our coverage area (Kane, Cook, Lake, DuPage, and Will Counties)
--- Juris Doctor degree required
--- Must have worked on family law issues for at least 5+ years
--- Possess a solid working knowledge of computer software applications, including Microsoft Office, Google Suite, CRMs, time tracking software, Slack, Zoom, etc.
--- Be ready to grow both personally and professionally in your role

About Company:
The mission of The Law Office of Robert B. Buchanan is to guide families and individuals through the process of divorce and separation and onto a new, better life. Our vision is to be a national divorce firm, with offices in the major cities of multiple states, that are known for providing clients with a high-touch divorce experience. If you are looking to be bonused for performance, be at the forefront of legal tech, and be part of a dynamic, growing firm that values each and is guided by notions of integrity, respect, and compassion, then you have found your new home.



please visit us at www.rbbfirm.com

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