Our growing firm is seeking a well-qualified senior attorney who can handle a heavy caseload, work independently, and zealously represent our clients both in and out of court. To be considered, you should have solid trial experience and be willing to mentor our newer associates. Your excellent communication and writing skills will come in handy as you thoughtfully position our clients toward favorable outcomes.
Responsibilities
- Conduct research and draft pleadings, briefs, and motions
- Stay updated on changing applicable laws and statutes on the local, state, and federal levels
- Represent clients in court to argue motions during legal proceedings
- Counsel associates to resolve or prevent conflicts
- Strategize, prepare for, and attend trial proceedings, mediation, and arbitration
- 80% Litigation, Case Management, and Client Advocacy
- Championing clients in custody, divorce, child support, and protective order matters
- Taking ownership of complex cases from inception through resolution
- Representing clients in court with confidence, precision, and exceptional advocacy
- Developing strategic, tailored litigation plans that protect client interests
- Conducting client meetings and providing clear, compassionate legal counsel
- Managing case files with accuracy, timeliness, and compliance
- Building and maintaining strong, long-term client relationships
- Approaching sensitive matters, including domestic violence and contested custody, with empathy and professionalism
- 20% Leadership, Mentorship, and Operational Oversight
- Providing mentorship, strategic guidance, and feedback to attorneys and paralegals
- Monitoring and enforcing compliance with KPIs, timekeeping, deadlines, and workflow standards
- Ensuring that billables across your team are current, accurate, and collected
- Supporting a culture of excellence through clarity, professionalism, and accountability
- Collaborating with the Managing Attorney and Operations team to improve processes and drive outcomes
- Contributing to a signature, high-quality client experience at every stage of representation
- Compensation: $142,500 - $180,000 yearly
Qualifications
- Persuasive writing skills and verbal communication skills are critical, along with time management and interpersonal skills
- Able to work independently while handling multiple files
- Prior experience representing clients in trials, mediation, and arbitration
- Bachelor’s degree with a law degree from an accredited law school (such as an LLM, JSD, or J.D. degree)
- Member of state and local bar associations in good standing
Experience Credentials
- 15+ years of Family Law litigation experience , including trial readiness
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Active Maryland and D.C. licenses
- Strong negotiation, litigation, and courtroom advocacy skills
Skills & Mindset
- Exceptional written and oral communication
- Leadership instincts rooted in clarity, empathy, and accountability
- Strong time management and strategic legal thinking
- Proven ability to independently manage and advance complex cases
- Professionalism and steadiness under pressure
- Financial and operational awareness, including accurate timekeeping and billing discipline
- A compassionate, client-first mentality
Preferred Experience
- Estate Planning
- Innovative, solutions-oriented approach to problem-solving
Compensation
- $142,500-$180,000 per year