Family Law Attorney (0-3 Years Experience)

We're a team of highly experienced divorce and family law attorneys and support staff. The 10 of our attorneys have 15-30 years of experience, with each member having individual expertise and unique litigation experiences. We have certified financial litigators, guardian ad litems, an ARC counsel, a collaboratively trained attorney, and mediators among the team. We have two associate attorneys with 0-3 years of experience to whom partners, and senior attorneys may delegate work. The associates also have their own caseloads, including serving our reduced-income Justice for All program, providing mentoring opportunities for our senior staff. Our existing paralegal team is highly capable and experienced in Massachusetts family law and members support each other as needed given the workload. Paralegals typically support 2-4 attorneys. You'll have all members of our staff at your availability to provide perspective and insight on case issues as they arise. They'll also call you on you periodically for your insight.

Turco Legal has grown to one of the state's largest and most sophisticated family law boutique firms. We have attorney and support staff teams based in our Newburyport and Boston offices, with satellite offices in Andover and Newton. If you're selected for this position, you'll choose our Boston or Newburyport office as your primary office, although you'll be free to work remotely up to three days a week to start and then to whatever extent you'd like as your need for daily senior attorney support diminishes.

While we are empowered to excel individually at this firm, we work as a team to deliver excellent service to our clients. The subject matter can be taxing at times and so being part of a team that cares really makes a difference in the quality of our work life. It's important to us that we all really like each other and generally feel this is a great place to work.

We are looking for a full-time attorney who has worked or intends to work primarily or exclusively in Massachusetts probate and family court. Here is a bit more about the job:

Responsibilities include:

• Represent clients through a variety of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, modifications, enforcement/contempt, name changes, guardianships, and adoptions.
• Perform legal research and writing.
• Support senior attorneys and partners in more complex cases.
• Manage a case load commensurate with your experience and ability, bringing clients with a variety of case types from initial consultation through resolution.
• Develop and manage case strategy, contributing to the same for other lawyers at the firm.
• Draft and review court filings, discovery requests, discovery responses, and correspondence.
• Delegate to support staff as needed.

Please apply only if you meet the minimal requirements of this position which are as follows:

• Juris Doctorate (JD) Degree.
• 0-3 years of experience, but with the intent to primarily handle family law matters in Massachusetts.
• A fluent knowledge of basic financial issues arising in divorces, such as income and assets.
• A basic understanding of business valuations, compensation packages, equity interests, forensic accounting, and vocational assessments.
• A comprehensive understanding of complex child custody cases, such as removal cases and cases involving substance use disorder, mental illness, mental health disorders, and domestic violence.
• A basic understanding of the guardian ad litem investigation and reporting processes.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent legal research and writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent time management and case management skills.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Licensed to practice law and in good standing in Massachusetts.

The following are not requirements but would be great:
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• Experience litigating cases.
• Experience and/or interest in handling probate and trust administration/litigation.
• Experience using Clio or other practice management software.
• Financial training or education.
• Fluency in Spanish.
• Interest in advancing at the firm.

What to Expect when Working at Turco Legal

• A practical, pragmatic approach to family law litigation.
• Individual empowerment with the support of a strong, experienced team.
• Working with a bunch of people you like and enjoy being around.
• Ongoing training and mentoring.
• Opportunity for advancement, including a partner track.
• Compensation and benefits package, including health/dental insurance, paid time off, and 401k.
• Offices in Newburyport, Boston, Andover, and Newton available to you when needed.

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $75,000.00 - $145,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person