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Exciting Opportunity for a Family Law Associate Attorney in San Diego!

Join one of San Diego's premier law firms and become a vital member of their Family Law Practice Group. This is a fantastic opportunity to work alongside some of California's most accomplished family law attorneys. Consistently rated Best Lawyers by US News, the firm offers an excellent environment for attorneys looking to grow their law practice. This is a hybrid position, reflecting the firm's commitment to work-life balance. The comprehensive benefits package offers top tier medical, vision, and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan to secure their financial future, commuter benefits for their daily convenience, and more. Your future starts here!

Responsibilities:

• Assist supervising attorney in management of family law cases
• Draft letters, pleadings, financial disclosures, mediation briefs, and trial briefs
• Propound and respond to discovery, prepare meet and confer letters, and prepare motions to compel
• Prepare deposition outlines and exhibits
• Defend and take depositions
• Prepare witness questions for evidentiary hearings and trial
• Conduct legal research and prepare memorandums
• Prepare for and attend ex parte hearings, RFO hearings, and other matters
• Routine client contact
• Ability to handle matters from inception to conclusion
• Track billable time

Qualifications:

• Active membership in the California bar, in good standing.
• Two to five years of family law experience preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly grasp complex legal concepts, coupled with strong analytical, oral, and written communication skills.
• Unwavering attention to detail and exceptional proofreading abilities.
• A proactive, self-motivated professional who thrives in a collaborative team environment.

Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Must be admitted to and in good standing with the California bar
• 3 5 years of family law attorney experience
• Strong analytical skills and oral communication skills
• Excellent writing skills
• Attention to detail and accurate work product is a must
• Ability and desire to meet deadlines
• Highly motivated professional with a positive, team player attitude

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