Associate Family Law Attorney
This is a work-from-home position. We expect our attorneys to be online and available throughout the work day, but offer unmatched work place flexibility.
Description
Our law group is growing, and we’re seeking a dedicated family law attorney who is passionate about making a difference in clients’ lives. Here, we empower young attorneys to lead their cases with true autonomy while being surrounded by an incredible team of supportive colleagues and experienced mentors. As a fully remote office, we offer unparalleled flexibility compared to traditional work environments, allowing you to manage your time and workload with greater ease.
In this role, you’ll zealously represent clients across all areas of family law, from prenuptial agreements to court hearings on divorce, alimony, and child support. The ideal candidate will have experience handling sensitive issues like child custody, domestic violence, and child abuse. You’ll bring composure, negotiation skill, and persuasive argumentation to every case, especially during high-stress, emotional situations. If you’re ready to help people through some of their toughest challenges and want to grow with a supportive, dynamic team, we encourage you to apply today.
Responsibilities
- Ensure clients are effectively represented at court hearings as needed
- Contribute to the sales efforts for the firm by handling incoming PNC calls
- Take responsibility for collection rate and accounts receivables for your clients
- 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
Qualifications
- An interest and passion for the practice of divorce and family law. We are hiring both experienced practitioners and attorneys who are beginning their family law careers.
- You must be comfortable and excited by the prospect of leveraging technology in the course of practicing 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)
- 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
- 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
Compensation
$90,000 – $150,000 yearly, plus earning potential
About Buchanan Law Group
We are a regional divorce law firm. We believe in nurturing a culture where our team members grow with us. Employees are expected to uphold our values, engage in continuous learning, and contribute positively to our shared goals. Join us as we embark on an exciting journey of regional dominance and national expansion, all while enjoying the flexibility and advantages of a remote work environment.
Application Instructions
Please email your resume along with a brief note explaining your interest in the position to bobby@rbbfirm.com. Rest assured, all applications will be handled with complete confidentiality.