Associate Attorney Jobs

Donaldson Stewart, PC is seeking a Family Law Attorney to join our Chandler, Arizona team. If you or someone you know may be interested, please contact me directly:[email protected]

Associate Attorney duties will include representing clients in divorce, child custody, child support, and post-decree proceedings, drafting legal documents and consulting with clients on all aspects of their cases.

Responsibilities Include:

Consulting with potential new clients; Drafting all types of pleadings, including initial documents, final settlement documents, motions, discovery requests/responses, and disclosure statements; Attending Resolution Management Conferences, temporary orders hearings, evidentiary hearings/trials, mediation (private/court-ordered), order of protection hearings, as well as other types of hearings; Negotiating case settlement/resolution; Supporting firm attorneys with legal research, document drafting and court appearances on an as-needed basis; Performing administrative and management functions related to assigned cases; Engaging in marketing and networking activities to generate client leads for the firm.

Qualifications:

Licensed to practice law in Arizona and in good standing with the State Bar of Arizona;

Previous experience in family law, including the responsibilities set forth above, is preferred; however, we will consider candidates with all levels of experience;

Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on conflict resolution;

Ability to build rapport with clients;

Excellent written and verbal communication skills;

Strong legal research skills;

Strong time-management skills;

Willingness to be accountable for all aspects of case preparation, management and deadlines;

Positive attitude;

Open to constructive feedback;

Benefits:

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Mentoring