Senior Family Associate Attorney

About the Company

A law firm provides a broad range of legal services to its clients. Its main practice areas include business law, real estate, estate planning, bankruptcy, and employment law. This firm was established in 2011. The firm's offices are located in Chicago, Illinois; Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin; and Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

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About the Role

A law firm seeks a Senior Family Associate Attorney in Chicago, IL. This role involves managing an independent caseload of family law matters with substantial autonomy and serving as a mentor to associates and paralegals. The position offers a partnership track for attorneys seeking long-term growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage an independent caseload of family law matters from intake through trial or settlement.
• Handle complex divorce matters involving business valuation and executive compensation.
• Appear at case management conferences, motion practice, and mediation sessions.
• Represent clients in domestic violence proceedings.
• Handle post-judgment enforcement and modification applications.
• Draft and negotiate various legal agreements.
• Manage the discovery process and maintain client communication.
• Participate in business development and client consultations.

Qualifications

• Admission to the IL Bar in good standing.
• 7 years of experience with a focus on family law.
• Demonstrated Family Part courtroom experience.
• Strong understanding of family law practice and statutes.
• Experience with mediation processes.
• Strong financial literacy and excellent written advocacy skills.
• Judgment and temperament to handle emotionally charged matters.
• Proficiency with legal research platforms and case management software.
• Willingness to mentor junior attorneys.

Required Skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in legal research and case management software.

Preferred Skills

• None specified.

Pay range and compensation package

• Health insurance contribution.
• Paid time off, holidays, and sick leave.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Firm-paid New Jersey attorney annual assessment, bar association dues, and CLE.
• Firm-paid malpractice coverage.
• Free on-site parking.
• Hybrid/remote flexibility after an initial in-office period.

Equal Opportunity Statement

This law firm is committed to diversity and inclusivity.