
Family Law Attorney
The Murphy Law Firm • Upper Marlboro, MD, US
Posted 4 years ago
Description
Our law group is growing, and we are looking for a sharp family attorney who will zealously represent clients in all areas of family law. You’ll assist individuals in a variety of situations, such as navigating prenuptial agreements and attending court hearings for divorce, alimony/spousal support, and child support. The prime candidate will have experience with a range of sensitive legal issues, such as child abuse, child custody, and domestic violence, and be able to maintain composure, negotiate, and argue effectively even in emotional and high-stress situations. If you are passionate about helping people navigate some of the most difficult challenges they may face in their lives, start your application today
Responsibilities
- Develop case strategies, provide leadership, and guide paralegals and legal assistants
- Handle full caseloads independently, from case inception to resolution
- Conduct in-depth legal research and prepare memos on complex case issues
- Appear in court for various family law proceedings, representing clients in high-stakes situations
- Prepare clients for trials, advocate on their behalf, and work with experts when necessary
- Oversee the division of marital assets and negotiate settlements in divorce cases
- Maintain organized client files, ensuring documentation accuracy and timeliness
- Cultivate relationships with clients, providing clear communication and emotional support through challenging situations
- Collaborate with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move files through the civil litigation process
- Create legal documents such as pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgements and orders for a high volume of cases
- Maintain client files to ensure they are properly organized and up to date
- Advocate on behalf of clients by understanding their needs, effectively analyzing the situation and forming a strategy for a plan of action
- Ensure clients are effectively represented at court hearings as needed
Qualifications
Who We’re Looking For:
- Experience: Minimum of 6 years in Family Law litigation and courtroom advocacy (required)
- Licenses: Licensed to practice in Maryland and the District of Columbia
- Skill Set: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, strategic problem-solving, and attention to detail
- Mindset: A compassionate and resilient advocate with experience navigating high-stress, emotional cases with a client-focused approach
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in analyzing and summarizing legal documents with strong attention to detail
- Team-Focused: Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a supportive team environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Estate Planning experience
- Proven success in advocating for both plaintiffs and defendants
- Strong negotiation skills, especially under stressful conditions
- At least 1-2 years of working in a law firm on family law issues as well as real estate (determining marital property) is necessary
- Prior work or studies in criminal justice preferred
- Active member of the ABA (American Bar Association)
- Candidates should be great negotiators and communicators, specifically in situations when emotions and stress are high
- Undergraduate degree with a legal background and Juris Doctor degree required
Compensation
$125,000 - $130,000/year
About The Murphy Law Firm
The Murphy Law Firm is in an exciting chapter of major growth, and we’ve built a powerful reputation for delivering exceptional, client-centered results. Our team is diverse, innovative, and united by the core values that define who we are: Passionate. Personable. Persistent.
When you join us, you’re not just taking a job; you’re stepping into a mission-driven firm that celebrates creativity, champions professional development, and is fiercely dedicated to changing lives for the better.
Your Impact Matters Here
Every day, we guide families through some of their most challenging transitions, messy divorces, custody disputes, and emotional turning points, and lead them toward brighter, more stable futures. Being part of our TEAM means making a meaningful difference with every client interaction.
If you're driven, compassionate, and ready to help transform lives across the DMV area, this is where you belong.
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