Description

Position: Senior Family Law Attorney

Location: Tampa, FL
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us:

Sessums Law Group, P.A., is a respected family law firm specializing in complex, high-net-worth divorce cases and other intricate family law matters. Our team is known for its collaborative, compassionate, and results-driven approach. We cater to clients with complex needs and provide personalized legal strategies to ensure the best outcomes.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Family Law Attorney with 5-10 years of trial experience to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced attorney looking to elevate their career. The ideal candidate will be independent, confident, and a strong communicator, with a passion for working closely with clients and colleagues to navigate challenging family law matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Case Management: Lead and manage complex divorce and family law cases, including trials, depositions, and negotiations.
• Legal Strategy: Develop and implement case strategies for litigated divorce cases, ensuring client needs are met while achieving favorable outcomes.
• Client Relations: Work empathetically with clients to understand their needs, provide legal guidance, and manage expectations throughout the legal process.
• Team Collaboration: Supervise and collaborate with paralegals and other team members, providing guidance and support to ensure smooth case progression.
• Business Development: Contribute to business growth by cultivating relationships, generating new clients, and maintaining high levels of client satisfaction.
• Independent Work: Manage a diverse caseload with minimal supervision, demonstrating solid time management and organizational skills.
• Board Certification: Be Board Certified in Marital and Family Law or have met the standards to apply for Board Certification.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience: 5-10 years of experience in family law, including significant trial experience. Must have handled divorce, child support, and related matters, with a proven track record of success.
• Board Certification: Must be Board Certified in Marital and Family Law or have met the standards to apply for Board Certification.
• Skills:

• Strong legal writing and communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work empathetically with clients, lawyers, and staff.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Confidence in litigating complex family law matters.

• Self-Starter: Highly motivated, independent, and driven to succeed.
• Business Development: Portable business or the ability to generate new business is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High-Net-Worth Experience: Proven ability to manage complex, high-net-worth divorce cases and related family law matters.
• Leadership Experience: Demonstrated experience in managing or mentoring junior attorneys and support staff.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapting quickly to changing priorities and business demands.

Benefits:

• Competitive Salary & Bonus Structure: Enjoy a competitive salary with performance-based bonuses, and incentives for business generation.
• High-Impact Cases: Opportunity to work with high-income clients on complex, impactful family law cases.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a collaborative team with opportunities for professional growth and advancement.

         Professional Growth – Join a supportive and collaborative team with real advancement opportunities.

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Sessums Law Group covers 100% of employee-only Health, Dental, Vision, Life, and Long-Term Disability (LTD) insurance after 90 days of service.
• 401(k): Company match of up to 4% of your salary after 90 days of service.
• Paid Time Off: Personal Time Off (PTO) available after 90 days of service.
• Vacation: 40 hours of vacation after one year of service.