Attorney/Lawyer
- Durham, NH, United States
$100,000 to $165,000 USD / year
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- $100,000 to $165,000 USD / year
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- Posting language
- English
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Original job description
We are looking for an accomplished Family Law Attorney to join a well-established legal team in Dover, New Hampshire. This position offers the chance to manage meaningful family law matters, build strong client relationships, and work alongside respected practitioners in a collaborative office setting. The ideal candidate brings sound litigation experience, independent judgment, and a client-focused approach to sensitive legal issues.
Responsibilities:
- Represent clients in family law matters including divorce, parenting disputes, support matters, and related proceedings
- Prepare, review, and file pleadings, motions, agreements, and other legal documents with accuracy and attention to detail
- Manage discovery activities by developing requests, evaluating responses, and organizing case materials for hearings and trial preparation
- Advocate for clients during negotiations, mediations, court appearances, and other contested proceedings
- Provide strategic legal guidance that helps clients understand options, risks, and likely outcomes throughout each stage of a matter
- Maintain an active caseload while meeting deadlines, advancing matters efficiently, and coordinating with colleagues and support staff
- Build trusted client relationships through responsive communication and thorough counsel tailored to individual family law concerns
- Active license to practice law in New Hampshire
- At least 2 years of legal experience, with substantial exposure to family law matters preferred
- Demonstrated ability to draft motions, pleadings, and other court filings effectively
- Experience handling discovery and preparing cases for litigation
- Strong courtroom advocacy, negotiation, and client counseling skills
- Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative legal team
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail
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Skills
- Litigation
- Family law
- Attention to detail
- Guide staff
- Communication skills
- Negotiation
- Counselling
- Work independently