Family Law Attorney (Virginia Bar Required)
Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Family Law Attorney (Virginia Bar Required)
Are you looking to increase your personal and professional development in an educational and exciting environment? Have you joined the legal field to assist immigrants in need? Consider applying to Sanabria & Associates, PLLC!
Sanabria & Associates, PLLC is a rapidly expanding law firm with offices in Maryland, DC, Virginia & Florida. In this law firm, there are many opportunities to enhance your leadership skills, work ethic, and it allows you to work with a team who acknowledges your hard work.
We are seeking highly motivated and qualified Family Law/SIJS Attorneys for various offices. The ideal candidate will be a great communicator, team member, manager, and self-starter. The candidate must also possess good business acumen and the desire to work in a fast-paced, high-volume, high-growth practice.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manage and oversee family-related legal issues and interpret applicable laws, advising staff as needed
- Collaborate regularly with case workers, supervisors, program directors, and program administrators
- Prepare, organize, and file all required legal documents, and keep clients updated on their cases
- Work closely with the SIJS Department, managing the family law and immigration components of SIJS cases
- Support immigration-related legal needs throughout the DMV region and Florida
- Provide legal counsel and representation to clients in family law matters, including custody, divorce, hearings, trials, and other court proceedings throughout Virginia
Requirements:
REQUIREMENTS:
- Active Virginia Bar license in good standing
- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in Virginia custody and divorce cases
- Experience in Virginia family law statutes, procedures, and case law
- Three years of related law/legal experience
- Bilingual (English and Spanish)
- Excellent research, writing, and analytical skills
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research tools
BENEFITS:
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- 401(k)
- Vacation
- Sick time
- 10 Paid Federal Holidays Off
- Paid Birthday and Work Anniversary off
- Life Insurance
Pay Range: $85,000 - $100,000 per year