Family Law Attorney Job at Adams & Martin Group, Wichita, KS

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  • Adams & Martin Group
  • Wichita, KS

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

A well-respected mid-sized law firm with a prominent and growing family law practice is seeking an associate attorney in Domestic / Family Law Attorney to join their Wichita, Kansas team.

EXPERIENCE NEEDED: 2+ years' experience working in busy domestic practice

HOURS PER WEEK: 40 (Full-Time)

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Must be actively licensed in good standing to practice law in Kansas; licensure in neighboring states a plus
  • Must possess strong communication and analytical skills and be committed to providing excellent customer service
  • Must be willing to travel for court hearings, depositions, mediations, and other case related engagements
  • Experience in criminal law a plus
  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time; ability to ascend and descend stairs without assistance; occasional bending, stooping and lifting up to fifty pounds

EDUCATION (Required):

  • Bachelor's degree and J.D.

EXPERIENCE (Required):

  • 2+ years' experience in domestic / family law practice
  • Candidates should have experience handling domestic / family law matters from initial consultation through trial

EXPERIENCE (Preferred):

  • Mediation / Conciliation experience a plus
  • Experience successfully managing cases with issues related to valuation, income tax, capital gains, child tax credits and self-employment tax a plus
  • Experience interpreting and preparing financial affidavits, tax-optimized divorce settlements and qualified domestic relations orders (QDRO) a plus
  • Experience practicing in neighboring counties a plus

SKILLS & CHARACTERISTICS (Required):

  • Ability to research, analyze and develop case information, evidence, settlement options and strategy
  • Execute case strategy with other attorneys, legal assistants, clients and support staff
  • Excellent case management skills including prompt and regular communication with client, parties, court personnel and internal support staff; drafting, submitting, reviewing and responding to discovery requests; preparing for and participating in depositions, court hearings, mediations and trials; drafting correspondence, status reports, pleadings, settlement agreements, parenting plans, etc.
  • Diligently manages client budgets by monitoring client account status, case staffing, case strategy and anticipating case related fees and expenses.
  • Excellent organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment using superior time management and decision making skills
  • Demonstrated success managing cases and support staff including: maintaining organized files; preparing exhibits, trial materials and mediation / conciliation reports; monitoring calendars and deadlines and scheduling client and witness meetings; communicating regularly with supervising attorney, client and support staff; documenting client representation and other case management activities using case management and document management software.
  • Must be a team player, have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, strong collaboration skills and ability to develop strong client relationships (internal and external).
  • Must have good oral and written communication skills and demonstrate proficiency with common office equipment and applications including: Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Adobe, Internet Explorer, WordPerfect, TABS, Practice Master
  • Must show commitment to participating in business development and networking functions to develop both individual and firm practice areas
  • Must be dependable, professional (both in appearance and demeanor), self-directed, resourceful, adaptable, energetic and show initiative
  • Must be motivated to manage individual case load, collaborate with domestic practice group on shared matters, and to develop and grow individual practice

SKILLS & CHARACTERISTICS (Preferred):

  • Ability to use public and proprietary databases to calendar meetings and appointments, process client payments, scan and upload incoming documents
  • Familiar with case management, time management and document management systems including: TABS and Practice Master

Equal opportunity employer. It is our policy to hire qualified applicants for the position, without regard to age, race, color, religion, sexual orientation or national origin. It is also our policy to provide employment opportunities to qualified persons with a disability and covered veterans.

SALARY: $ DOE

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

This position offers a competitive salary with bonus opportunities and an excellent benefit package including:

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Pediatric Dental & Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Long Term Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Benefit Spending Plan (Section 125)
  • 401(k) with Firm Matching
  • Free Parking
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Discounted Legal Services
  • Pet-friendly Workplace
  • Firm Paid Bar Registrations, Professional Association Dues and CLE (subject to individual budgets)

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Self employment, Local area, Flexible hours,

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