Description

JC Law is the largest family law practice in the state of Maryland and expanding into the mid-Atlantic region. Established in 1992, the firm has grown in both size and capability into its current leadership position amongst some of the nation’s top family law firms.

We are in the business of perfecting the art of practicing law.Our unique approach to litigation, client relationships, and business management is fully encapsulated in what we call The Perfect Client Lifecycle . This ethos is the philosophical foundation of what we strive to do as well as the operational roadmap that guides how we practice law on a daily basis.

We are rapidly expanding our footprint.Our success over previous years has created an unprecedented opportunity to grow our firm in terms of employees, clients served, and geographic influence. We are in the midst of a multi-year, multi-state, and multi-city growth plan. Talent will be the fuel that powers this rapid expansion across the region as we launch multiple new offices over the coming years.

We are Entrepreneurial Litigators.Our experienced leadership team, a talented workforce of legal professionals, and our unique approach to the business of law have established our reputation as a best-in-class family, civil, and criminal litigation firm. This is where litigators learn to be litigators.

We compete for talent!We know the talent we are seeking to hire have options and are discerning about where they choose to work. We strive to be the employer of choice for top talent in the family, civil and criminal arenas. Our approach to attracting the best lawyers and supporting staff is simple: Provide a strongly competitive compensation package and pair it with a benefits package to take care of your health and retirement needs. Finally, we offer accelerated advancement and development opportunities all while providing you with a network of support to do your best work and achieve your career goals.

Your role:

We are seeking to add an Associate Attorney to our rapidly expanding practice. We are seeking a unique individual with a passion for litigation and the ability to skillfully manage both domestic and criminal cases. You will support our clients in a variety of family matters such as divorce proceedings, custody filings, adoptions, visitation rights, and others. Criminal casework encompasses defense proceedings, negotiating plea deals, conducting legal research, drafting motions and appeals, and preparing defense strategies.

Your responsibilities:

Collaborating within the sales cycle by consulting with prospective clients weekly
Working with the in-house financial team to forecast client billings
Providing representation of clients in court and through legal proceedings
Mentoring and developing your assigned and legal support team
Participating in JC Law’s Perfect Client Lifecycle development program
Managing a regular schedule of hearings and court appearances

What we offer:

We understand that the talent market is competitive. We want candidates to see us as the employer of choice based on our value proposition composed of compensation , resources , and benefits .

Compensation:

Base salary range for this role is $100,000-$125,000annually (commensurate with ability)
Potential to earn annual bonus and weekly commissions in addition to base salary
Opportunity to achieve partnership in as little as 5 years depending on value creation
Periodic compensation reviews & subsequent pay raises when deliverables are met
Rapid promotion for motivated employees to advance and take on more responsibility

Resources:

Each attorney has a dedicated support team of paralegals, clerks, and discovery specialists
An education & training curriculum that exceeds industry standards
Consistent new client flow via an in-house sales & marketing team to support billable hours

Benefits:

Full medical, dental, and vision healthcare plans including an HSA option
100% employer-paid healthcare premiums for individual employees (Blue Cross/Blue Shield)
401K retirement plan with automatic 1.5% equity share
Two weeks PTO and one-week sick time, with the ability to roll over unused PTO from year to year
Flexibility to work remotely 1 day per week after 90 days
Other perks include: gym membership reimbursement, paid lunches, company events, and more

EEOP Statement:All qualified applicants will receive considera ti on for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, color, na ti onal origin, sex, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws. All job requirements are subject to possible revision to reflect changes in the posi ti on requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabili ti es. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job descrip ti on in no way states or implies that these are the only du ti es which will be required in this posi ti on.

Position Requirements

Your background:

We believe results count for more than years of experience. If you prove to be capable of delivering value for your clients and the firm, there is no restriction on how high or how fast you can rise.

Licensed to practice law in Maryland (a plus if you are barred federally or in other states we have offices)
Experience with litigating civil or criminal cases
Organized - able to effectively manage time and multi-task competing priorities
Proficient at drafting legal documents such as motions, briefs, sentencing, investigation memos, and appeals
Skilled in conducting legal research, analyzing evidence, and preparing defense strategies
Comfortable representing clients in court proceedings, including arraignments, hearings, and trials
Collaboration with investigators, experts, and other legal professionals to build strong defense cases
Committed to upholding ethical standards and advocating zealously for clients' rights throughout the legal process.
Knowledgeable in family law areas including childcare, paternity, adoption, domestic violence, financial settlements, etc.

Adept at drafting custody agreements, wills, divorces, annulments, pre-nuptial agreements, child custody/support, visitation rights, and others

Knowledgeable in criminal law areas including but not limited to, assault, theft, drug offenses, white-collar crimes

Familiarity with criminal statutory and procedural guidelines

About the Organization We are a mid-sized law firm that handles criminal, domestic, civil, personal injury, and worker's compensation matters. Our Firm believes that we fight for everyday people stuck in tough situations. We advocate for everyone's constitutional rights to a fair trial and due process. We are looking for the best talent to join our fast growing and dynamic practice.

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

All job requirements are subject to possible revision to reflect changes in the position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to which will be required in this position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor/manager (within guidelines and compliance with Federal and State Laws). Continued employment remains on an “at-will” basis.