Associate Attorney

Growing suburban law firm seeks Associate Attorney with 0-7 years of experience in Domestic Relations and/or litigation.

About Us:

We provide outstanding legal advice and representation to individuals in the areas of: Domestic Relations (divorce, custody, support, and asset division); Estate planning (trusts, wills, healthcare proxies, etc.); and Probate and Trust Administration. We are located in Bedford, Massachusetts and have an in-person requirement of 2 days a week.

About You:

You are dedicated to helping clients understand the legal process and their options, and to providing them the highest level of advocacy. You value confidentiality and approach sensitive topics thoughtfully. You respect the inherent worth and dignity in all of our clients and staff, and treat them accordingly.

We are looking for an Associate Attorney with superior communication skills(written and verbal), excellent attention to detail, the ability to prioritize and multi-task, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Attorneys who are trained in mediation and/or collaborative process, domestic violence, and/or have a background in personal finance are encouraged to apply.

Whether you’re an experienced attorney or just passed the Massachusetts bar, if this is a position that interests you, please apply and let’s see if this is a good fit for you.

About the Job:

The Associate Attorney will support the firm, litigating and negotiating Domestic Relations matters. No two days will be the same, but expect to meet with clients every day, advocate in court once a week, and communicate with opposing counsel several times a week. The Associate Attorney will draft motions, affidavits, separation agreements and pre/post-nuptial agreements, and discovery requests as well as review discovery responses, redline separation agreements from opposing counsel, and other drafting tasks.

Responsibilities

• Draft litigation-related documents including motions, discovery requests and responses, pleadings, and subpoenas.
• Draft professional and courteous correspondence.
• Draft agreements including stipulations, separation agreements, and pre/post-nuptial agreements.
• Take responsibility for cases.
• Meet with and advise clients on legal issues.
• Represent clients in Probate and Family Court on domestic relations matters.
• Prepare deposition and trial materials, and conduct depositions and trials.
• Negotiate outcomes for our clients that align with their goals.
• Research and analyze legal issues related to domestic relations matters.
• Participate in marketing efforts, which may include in-person outreach.
• Stay up to date on developments in domestic relations law.

Required Qualifications:

Juris Doctor (J.D. degree) from an accredited law school

Massachusetts Bar License or bar admission pending exam results

MS Office proficiency (Word and Excel)

Exceptional communication and problem-solving skills

Proactive problem-solver and attentive to detail

Available to work on site (at Court or the office) at least twice a week

Preferred Qualifications:

Family law knowledge and/or experience

Familiarity with personal finance (retirement plans, life insurance, employee stock purchase plans, etc.)

Experience with caring for, or educating children

Experience using Clio for timekeeping and document creation

Available for occasional networking and marketing opportunities outside of regular business hours.

Compensation

$75,000 - $110,000

Retirement plan match up to 3%.

Performance-based quarterly bonuses, monthly origination bonus.