Family Law Attorney

The Murphy Law Firm is currently seeking a skilled Lawyer who is licensed in the District of Columbia for a full-time position. Our firm is known for its innovative culture and specializes in family law. As an Attorney, you will have the responsibility of managing legal matters, particularly in family and minimal personal injury cases, while working closely with the Managing Attorney. If you are looking for personal and professional growth, this job could be perfect for you. We are recognized for our dedication to our clients, our passionate advocacy, and our strong work ethic. Our main goal is to provide professional and friendly assistance to our clients during a highly emotional and stressful time in their lives. We offer a supportive work environment, a dynamic team, all the necessary resources, and a positive atmosphere. Our aim is to create a fun and collaborative environment while delivering exceptional legal services to our clients. At The Murphy Law Firm, we highly value our lawyers and want to ensure your success and the development of an impressive legal career. While our attorneys handle a reasonable number of cases, we expect them to exceed client expectations with their services. We are seeking individuals who embody the values of being personable, passionate, and persistent. Your happiness on our team is important to us, and we will make every effort to keep you satisfied. Please submit a cover letter explaining your interest and qualifications for the Attorney role, along with your resume, a sample of your legal writing (up to 10 pages), an unofficial transcript from your law school, and contact information for three references. Before applying, we encourage you to review our Law Firm and Managing Partner.

$120,000 - $130,000 yearly

• The ideal candidate needs to have experience with a range of sensitive legal issues such as child abuse, child custody, and domestic violence
• Able to maintain composure, negotiate, and argue effectively even in emotional and high-stress situations
• Work closely with paralegals and senior partners to ensure swift action through the civil litigation process
• Keep client files properly organized and up to date
• Represent clients in court proceedings as needed
• Manage the division of marital assets, including real estate, during divorce proceedings when needed
• Advocate on behalf of clients by understanding their needs, effectively analyzing the situation, and forming a strategy for a plan of action
• Manage full case-handling responsibilities from inception through resolution
• Uphold a steady schedule of hearings, court appearances, and conferences
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda on issues relating to ongoing or potential cases
• Handle the division of marital assets, including real estate, during divorce proceedings as needed
• Ensure clients are effectively represented at court hearings as needed
• Appear in court professionally to represent clients
• Communicate with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move through the civil litigation process
• Develop a strategic approach and provide leadership and direction to paralegals and legal assistants
• Organize and maintain client files to ensure they are kept current
• Draft and review initial pleadings, motions, briefs, and other pleadings
• Prepare clients and cases for trial
• Advise staff on legal matters and interpret laws
• Interact with clients and work with experts
• Cultivate relationships with the firm's existing and future clients

• Must have at least 3 years of Family Law litigation experience - (non-negotiable)
• J.D. degree from an accredited law school and active license to practice in DC
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to value client service and teamwork by managing relationships, both internal and external
• Strong interpersonal, analytical, and organizational skills
• Efficient time management
• Critical thinking
• Multitasking abilities
• Skilled in negotiation, and persuasion techniques
• Must be familiar with Google Drive and G-Suite products
• Must be able to think outside the box
• Initiative and Independence

Preferred Qualifications:

• Criminal and/or Personal Injury law experience - highly desired
• MyCase (case management system) experience - highly desired
• Creative Problem Solving

The Murphy Law firm was acclaimed #15 out of 500 of the fastest-growing law firms in the country with 538% growth in 2022!

The Murphy Law Firm primarily handles family law and estate planning matters in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Our company's Motto is Passionate, Personable, and Persistent, we pride ourselves in being JUST THAT!

Angel Murphy, Esq. is the Founding and Managing Attorney of The Murphy Law Firm. As a licensed Maryland and District of Columbia attorney and passionate advocate, Angel and her Team take a personal approach to lawyering by devising a creative legal strategy for each client and for each case. Angel and her Team enjoy helping clients face and overcome their legal challenges. We identify with our clients and will work tirelessly to ensure that they are treated fairly in the courtroom and that their case gets the best possible outcome!