Attorney - Merit 321

Position: Family Law Attorney 

Location: Rockville, MD (Hybrid)

Our client who is located in Rockville, MD is seeking an experienced Attorney to join their Family Law practice. They are featured as “Best law firms by US News”. This is a great opportunity for an individual who likes working with a small team of like-minded people who work hard but like to have fun.! 

Job Summary
Take ownership of a client's case – discovery, pleadings, motions, experts, depositions, mediation, pretrial hearings, motion hearings, and trials.
Conduct consultations, client meetings, and recommend strategies.
Delegate work to paralegals and legal assistants and monitor their work.
This role will be a hybrid-remote position following the 90-day onboarding period.

The Essentials

• Contribute to developing the strategy of a case and know where to find the rules of procedure and case law to back up that case strategy.
• Find your way around the courtroom and project confidence and competence when dealing with people on behalf of our clients.
• Know how to read financial statements, understand equitable distribution, and able to put together a custody access plan.
• Help clients understand whether they really want to spend $500 to fight with their ex over a $50 lamp.
• If you see a case file as an opportunity to help someone build a new life, you’ll like the way we think.
• Skills and experience are important and valued, but your personality, character, intelligence, and integrity are also extremely important considerations.

JD Law Degree from an accredited university.
5+ years of Family Law Experience.
Litigation experience is a must.
Strong Legal Research and writing skills.

Benefits Offered

• Full Benefits package includes:
•  PTO
• Bonuses
• Great working environment
•  Metro Accessible

EEO
It is the policy of Merit321 to provide equal opportunity in recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting individuals in all job categories without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class or category as may be defined by federal, state, or local laws or regulations.