Job Description
Job Description
At McKINNON LEGAL, we’re passionate about crafting better solutions for families navigating legal challenges. We're on a mission to expand our practice and serve more families in need, and we're looking for a seasoned Marital & Family Lawyer to join us. You'll play a crucial role in guiding clients through complex family law proceedings, ensuring they emerge from the process stronger and ready for a brighter future. Your work will be supported by a team dedicated to advocating for clients with skill and compassion.
Joining us means being part of a respected, client-focused practice that values excellence and empathy. We believe in the power of collaboration and encourage proactive problem-solving. If you excel in high-stakes family law, have a proven litigation track record, and are driven by a passion for helping others through some of life’s most challenging times, we’d love to hear from you. Let’s make a meaningful impact together.
Compensation:
$120,000 - $150,000 yearly
Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in family law cases, including divorce, child custody, and support matters, ensuring their rights and interests are protected.
- Collaborate with clients to develop strategic legal plans that align with their goals and family dynamics.
- Draft, review, and file legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and agreements with precision and clarity.
- Negotiate settlements with opposing parties to achieve favorable outcomes for clients while minimizing conflict.
- Conduct thorough legal research to stay informed on family law developments and apply them effectively in cases.
- Advocate for clients in court, presenting evidence and arguments with confidence and professionalism.
- Provide compassionate guidance and support to clients, helping them navigate the emotional aspects of family law proceedings with empathy and understanding.
Qualifications:
- Experience in family law, with a strong focus on marital and custody cases.
- Ability to manage complex legal cases with precision and attention to detail.
- Proven track record of successful negotiations and mediations in family law.
- Strong courtroom advocacy skills, with a history of achieving favorable outcomes.
- Ability to conduct thorough legal research to support case strategies.
- Excellent communication skills, ensuring clients are informed and empowered.
- Collaborative mindset, working seamlessly with colleagues and support staff to enhance client satisfaction.
About Company
McKINNON LEGAL's passion lies in bringing about better solutions for the family litigation clients we serve. We aspire to expand the practice to a multiple-lawyer organization to serve more families going through hard times, coping with and resolving a myriad of issues, including co-parenting, timesharing, the amicable division of assets acquired during the marriage, support, and other ancillary matters related to the family.
We enjoy bringing people out of difficult situations and are grateful when they let us know how our firm has made a huge impact on the trajectory of their futures. We love bringing resolution to acrimonious situations and helping post-divorce parties live better.