Family Law - Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

Lunn Law, LLC

Now Hiring – Family Law Associate Attorney

Hours: 9:00 am -5:00 pm, Monday-Friday

Location: Fayetteville, GA 30214, Hybrid, 2 days in office

Rate: $125k – $150k depending on qualifications

Benefits:

• Insurance – Medical, Dental, Disability, Life, EAP
• 401k with company contribution
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Professional Development
• Performance Bonus

Summary:

Our esteemed law office is currently seeking a seasoned Family Law Associate Attorney to join our hybrid/remote team based in Fayetteville, GA, USA. This opening offers the chosen candidate the chance to benefit from the wisdom and proficiency of our seasoned team members. Responsibilities on a day-to-day basis will involve offering legal advice to clients, conducting legal research, creating and preparing legal documents, representing clients in court, and ensuring all client records are current. We are seeking a candidate who thrives in a collaborative environment, is dedicated to client satisfaction, and is motivated by accomplishing shared objectives.

What you will do:

• As Family Law Associate Attorney you will conduct legal research, prepare for and attend hearings and/or other legal proceedings, and provide legal counsel with the help of other attorneys
• Prepare and/or edit legal documents, including correspondence, briefs, motions, pleadings, contracts, affidavits, and settlement agreements for contract negotiations and proceedings
• Enjoy working for and with people of diverse, ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds
• Conduct client case assessments
• Assist clients in determining the proper solutions to legal conflicts and determine the best course of action
• Represent clients in court appearances
• Supervise paralegal staff
• Keep files organized to make sure the most recent updates are accessible to other attorneys, paralegals, and staff
• Collaborate with clients, senior associates, and other staff to move cases efficiently toward resolution
• Learn and follow firm policies and procedures
• Meet monthly billable hour requirements

What you will need:

• Must have a Georgia bar license in good standing
• At least 5 years of practicing as an attorney in Georgia family law is required, probate experience is a plus
• Excellent communication skills and problem-solving skills are required to work with all levels of clients, staff members, and other attorneys
• Always striving for excellence
• Be empathetic, compassionate, and tenacious
• Able to work through a case from open to close

About us:

Lunn Law LLC is a fast growing and award-winning law firm that offers expert legal counsel to Metro Atlanta residents with 60+ years of experience. We provide expert advice and representation for family law, estate planning, and probate cases. Our goal is to meet client's objectives with compassion and attention to detail. Offices located in Fayetteville and Jonesboro, GA.

Our Core Values:

We are responsible. We redefine law firms, by being honest, ethical, and using cutting-edge technology. We strive to set the standard, always improving. We want to help good people have better lives and protect what matters most. Good people are our ideal clients. We expect to help more good people each year, this is a minimum requirement. We care about clients, the team, and the firm. People are our focus.

E-Verify:

Lunn Law, LLC participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For all new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.

Please note: Only attorneys who are licensed to practice in the state of Georgia will be considered. - This role is hybrid, but candidates should be in close proximity to the metro Atlanta area. If this position resonates with you and you meet the requirements, we encourage you to submit your application. Cover letters are highly valued and appreciated.