Family Law Associate

Company: Beresford Booth PLLC
Location: Edmonds
Posted on: January 10, 2022

Job Description:

Location: Edmonds, Washington, , United StatesPosted: 2022-01-05Position Title: Family Law AssociateCompany Name: Beresford Booth PLLCSector: OtherJob Type: Full-TimeSummary of ResponsibilitiesBeresford Booth PLLC is seeking a Family Law Associate to join their downtown Edmonds practice group. A minimum of five (5) years of litigation experience, with at least 2 years in family law is required. This candidate will have the confidence and skill set required to successfully enter a fast-paced practice group and make a significant impact.The Associate position is outlined below. Note, this is a general description. Additional responsibilities will be required of the candidate. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:The Family Law Attorney provides legal advice and work product to a supervising attorney or client. In addition, this position: Meets with clients and counsels them on their legal needs; Conducts all aspects of discovery, gathers evidence in cases to formulate defense or to initiate legal action. Prepares legal briefs, develops strategy, arguments and testimony in preparation for presentation of case. Prepares and attends oral arguments for mediations, motions, arbitrations, and trials. Conducts legal research, prepares memorandum and legal pleadings, interviews clients and witnesses, and handles other details in preparation for trial. Interprets laws, rulings, and regulations for individuals and businesses. May confer with colleagues with specialty in certain areas to establish and verify basis for legal proceedings. Drafts various legal documents in a timely and consistent manner. Qualifications: Admitted to and active member of the Washington State Bar Association; Minimum of five (5) years of litigation experience; with at least two (2) years in the practice of family law; Ability to regularly delegate work to staff; Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to understand, analyze, interpret and convey complex information and concepts; Strong analytical, interpersonal and organizational skills; Demonstrated record of excellent client service; Sound organizational skills. Detail-oriented and capable of handling a high volume of work in a fast-paced environment; Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks to meet critical deadlines; Keen analytical skills with ability for problem-solving; Commitment to developing a book of business and utilizing Firm's marketing tools to grow the book and practice as a whole; Commitment to daily time entry into our time and billing software (TABS3); and Commitment to the Firm's mission statement and core values. Technology Familiarity with FamilySoft; PracticeMaster, TABS, and Worldox experience a plus; Proficient in Office suite; Ability to think through and troubleshoot standard technological issues; General technology competence is expected. To ApplyWe offer competitive compensation, along with a comprehensive benefits package. Please email or mail your cover letter, resume, salary history and salary requirements to: dimitas@beresfordlaw.comBeresford Booth is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy); age; disability; genetic information, citizenship status; military service obligations or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.PI160351792

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