FAMILY LAW ASSOCIATE

Job description

Established boutique family law firm in Northfield seeking a family law associate with 2-4 years’ experience.A fantastic opportunity to join a close-knit team.This is a direct hire, permanent position.Ideal candidate will have strong oral advocacy, analytical and communications skills as well as litigation experience in the family law area.

About: Ventrelli Simon LLC is a boutique law firm exclusively focusing on family law litigation representing clients in Cook, Lake, and collar county.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
• Admitted to practice in the state of Illinois with 2-4 years of experience
• Litigation experience required
• Superior written and oral communication skills
• Excellent people skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Superb research skills, including Westlaw, Lexis, and Fastcase
• Working knowledge of family law
• Ability to travel to Cook, Lake, and collar counties

Responsibilities: * Represent clients in a wide range of family law litigation matters

• Regularly handle court appearances, conduct depositions and hearings
• Case oversight so that all cases move smoothly through the litigation process

Candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and writing sample.

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Job Type: Full-time

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Bar (Preferred)

Work Location: One location