Our client is a fastgrowing and prestigious law firm with multiple offices in Maryland DC Virginia and Florida. We are seeking highly motivated and qualified attorneys for various offices. Immigration experience is required.
We are seeking highly motivated and qualified Family Law/SIJS Attorneys for various offices. The ideal candidate will be a great communicator team member manager and selfstarter. The candidate must also possess good business acumen and the desire to work in a fastpaced highvolume highgrowth practice.
Responsibilities
Provide representation for clients in court in legal cases as pertain to family law.
Uphold a steady schedule of hearings court appearances and conferences.
Attend trials and court proceedings.
Oversee and manage the legal issues that transpire between people who are members of the same family.
Advise staff on legal matters and interpret laws.
Interact routinely with case workers supervisors program directors and program administrators.
Supervise and direct mediation sessions and offer effective legal advice.
Organize and record all official documents required to file cases.
Update clients regularly about their cases.
Provide expert legal counsel and representation to clients in custody and divorce cases
Work with our SIJS Department closely managing the family law and immigration law components of our client s cases
Attend SIJS hearings in courts throughout the state of Maryland
Qualifications
Minimum of 12 years of experience in Maryland custody and divorce cases
Experience in Maryland family law statutes procedures and case law
Three years of related law/legal experience
Bilingual (English and Spanish)
Strong academic record
Excellent research writing and analytical skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research tools
Benefits
Health Insurance
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k)
Vacations
Sick time
10 Paid Federal Holidays Off
Paid Birthday and work and Work Anniversary off
Paid Parking
Life Insurance
If selected the attorney will help lead our firm s SIJS team attending custody and divorce hearings throughout the state of Maryland and hearings before the immigration court in Maryland and Virginia. The attorney needs to have the ability to handle a fastpaced caseload daytoday interactions with clients and potential new clients manage a large team of paralegals meet deadlines and be available to their clients and the firm s partners as needed. Excellent organizational skills and project management are also essential to the success of the role.
