Associate Family Law Attorney
Location
Garner, NC | United States
Job description
Do you aspire to use your legal knowledge and personal expertise to make a positive impact on children and their families? If so, then our vision is shared by you, and we'd love to have a conversation. At Breeden Law, our aim is to give a voice to our patrons, defend kids' long-term interests, and present North Carolina families with a brighter future. We believe every home should be a place of no fear, uneasiness, or uncertainty, and understand that the right representation can contribute to those aspirations.
Our firm, Breeden Law, is located in Garner, North Carolina, and serves Johnston, Wake, and Harnett Counties. We are committed to helping our customers move towards prosperous prospects and using the law to improve the lives of young individuals. We are looking for an associate family law attorney to join our team and provide our clients with both compassion and skill. Our associate attorneys receive a mix of independence to manage their own cases and assistance as they construct and refine the abilities that lead to real success for our customers. Our founder, Jonathan D. Breeden, has been practicing law in Garner for over 20 years and was included in the December 2022 Lawyers Weekly Power List in Family Law. He is directly involved in the daily operations of the firm and sets an example for our work for North Carolina families.
What We Offer:
- The opportunity to make a positive impression on individuals
- Compensatory pay with a reward structure
- The potential to craft and develop your professional career
- Clear goals and standards of work
- Independence to manage an individualized caseload
- Exposure to an extensive range of family law cases
- A supportive, invested team that wants both client and associate success - Medical health insurance - Pension plan with company contribution
- Generous paid time off
- Malpractice insurance provided by the company
- Opportunities for professional development, including twelve continuing legal education credits per year - NC Bar licensing fees are paid by the company
- A complimentary RightNow Media subscription
- Vehicles allowance to cover mileage and parking fees
- Flexibility and a balanced work/life ratio with potential work-from-home arrangements
- Company-provided laptop
- Updated technology to maximize efficiency
Job Type: Full time
Salary: The hiring range for this role is $78,000 - $100,000 contingent upon qualifications and experience
Firm Values:
- Be Heroic: Our risks are for the benefit of our clients; we realize the gravity of their situation and always strive to do the right thing. We are more than qualified attorneys; we are what our clients need us to be.
- Be Dynamic: We are excited by our clients and their families, and take maximum effort on every case. We have the boldness and enthusiasm to overcome the seemingly impossible and provide astounding results.
- Be Empathetic: We actively recognize and comprehend our client's circumstances. We proactively understand their worries, safety, and viewpoint. This creates collaboration, openness, and relief for our customers during a turbulent time.
- Be Authentic: We accept who we are and help our clients do the same. We adhere to the highest ethical and professional regulations. Our advice is authentic and open, and our clients are regularly kept up to date on their cases.
Responsibilities:
- Provide a highly rated customer service experience while being responsive, proactive, and compassionate
- Communicate accurately and effectively with clients and members of a legal team
- Help clients understand their needs, explain their legal options, and work with them to devise strategies to suit their objectives
- Prepare legal documents such as pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgments, and orders while supervised by a competent attorney, in cooperation with a team
- Uphold the firm's high expectations in regards to client communication, customer service, and legal ethics at all times
- Be willing to show empathy and understanding to people in difficult situations
- Dissect and differentiate legal matters from emotions to serve clients’ interests
- Work harmoniously in a group environment to reach individual, firm, and client objectives
- Follow organizational rules for legal procedures and deadlines precisely and on time
- Meet the company's and the law's timeline expectations
Qualifications:
- Possession of a valid North Carolina law license. (We can help you get sworn in, but you must have the license in hand)
- Ability to communicate effectively, specifically in situations when emotions and stress are high
- A demonstrated interest in representing clients in mediation and, when necessary, at trial
- A commitment to helping children and families
- Ability to manage some independent cases and assist senior attorneys
- Ability to meet clear, established work standards for timekeeping, client communication, document production, and case management
- Professional, friendly demeanor that is an asset to the positive workplace culture we've worked hard to build
- Ability to handle cases in Johnston, Wake, and Harnett Counties
- Valid North Carolina Notary Public, or ability to obtain it immediately
- Three professional references
About Company:
Breeden Law Office is a fast-growing family law firm based in Garner, North Carolina and serving Johnston, Harnett, and Wake Counties. We prioritize excellent service and strong advocacy for our clients. Protecting the welfare of children and the long-term best interest of our clients is our goal in all phases of representation. We bring small-town values and big-city practice standards to create a great work environment and an outstanding experience for our clients.
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