Innovative Career Resource
Associate Attorney - Family Law
Innovative Career Resource, Irvine, California, United States, 92713
Join a premier Family Law Firm located in Irvine, CA and take your career to the next level!
Are you a confident and compassionate Family Law Attorney who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment?
One of Irvine’s most respected Family Law Firms is seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Attorney to join our winning team.
In this pivotal role, you’ll take ownership of cases from start to finish—representing clients in all aspects of Family Law with professionalism, precision, and heart. You’ll collaborate closely with seasoned attorneys, manage your own caseload, and make a direct impact on clients navigating life-changing legal matters.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a full caseload of Family Law matters from client intake through resolution, including strategy, discovery, negotiation, and court appearances
Prepare and present cases for hearings, depositions, and trials, including subpoena preparation and trial binder creation
Maintain and manage calendars and dockets, ensuring deadlines, hearings, and appearances are tracked and met
Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, declarations, discovery, and correspondence with precision and clarity
Conduct thorough legal research and apply sound legal analysis to build strong case strategies
Communicate proactively and professionally with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel
Mentor and provide guidance to paralegals and support staff to ensure smooth workflow and document management
Oversee e-filing, document production, and case organization to ensure efficiency and compliance
Participate in client consultations and assist with onboarding new clients
Contribute to enhancing the firm’s document templates, best practices, and knowledge base
Engage in firm marketing, networking, and community events to help grow and represent the firm
Collaborateinthe firm’s weekly team meetings and lunches to share insights and maintain strong culture
Exhibit strong time management and billing discipline, maintaining a consistent billable range of 30–35 hours per week
Support a positive, collaborative, and client-focused firm culture
Qualifications
Active member in good standing with the California State Bar
Minimum 3–5 years of Family Law experience, including contested hearings and discovery
Strong legal writing, research, and courtroom advocacy skills
Proven ability to work independently on complex custody, support, and property matters
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and legal research platforms (LexisNexis or Westlaw)
Experience with case management software (e.g., Smokeball or similar) preferred
Collaborative mindset with a passion for teamwork and client success
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Are you a confident and compassionate Family Law Attorney who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment?
One of Irvine’s most respected Family Law Firms is seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Attorney to join our winning team.
In this pivotal role, you’ll take ownership of cases from start to finish—representing clients in all aspects of Family Law with professionalism, precision, and heart. You’ll collaborate closely with seasoned attorneys, manage your own caseload, and make a direct impact on clients navigating life-changing legal matters.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a full caseload of Family Law matters from client intake through resolution, including strategy, discovery, negotiation, and court appearances
Prepare and present cases for hearings, depositions, and trials, including subpoena preparation and trial binder creation
Maintain and manage calendars and dockets, ensuring deadlines, hearings, and appearances are tracked and met
Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, declarations, discovery, and correspondence with precision and clarity
Conduct thorough legal research and apply sound legal analysis to build strong case strategies
Communicate proactively and professionally with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel
Mentor and provide guidance to paralegals and support staff to ensure smooth workflow and document management
Oversee e-filing, document production, and case organization to ensure efficiency and compliance
Participate in client consultations and assist with onboarding new clients
Contribute to enhancing the firm’s document templates, best practices, and knowledge base
Engage in firm marketing, networking, and community events to help grow and represent the firm
Collaborateinthe firm’s weekly team meetings and lunches to share insights and maintain strong culture
Exhibit strong time management and billing discipline, maintaining a consistent billable range of 30–35 hours per week
Support a positive, collaborative, and client-focused firm culture
Qualifications
Active member in good standing with the California State Bar
Minimum 3–5 years of Family Law experience, including contested hearings and discovery
Strong legal writing, research, and courtroom advocacy skills
Proven ability to work independently on complex custody, support, and property matters
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and legal research platforms (LexisNexis or Westlaw)
Experience with case management software (e.g., Smokeball or similar) preferred
Collaborative mindset with a passion for teamwork and client success
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