Family Law Associate Attorney - Bilingual in Mandarin/ Chinese

At our law offices, prioritizing our clients' needs is fundamental, and we recognize that taking care of our team is essential to delivering excellent service. We are committed to providing a favorable work-life balance and ample growth opportunities. Unlike some law firms that demand extensive working hours, our legal team has the flexibility to choose their billing hours, allowing adjustments as life unfolds. Opportunities for growth extend to our support teams in operations, clerical, admin, and billing roles. Fostering a growth-minded culture, we encourage learning, experimentation, and career diversification within a collaborative team environment. We offer competitive pay, benefits, work-from-home, and hybrid working options.

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental Insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible schedule
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

The Family Law Attorney will represent our diverse clientele in all legal proceedings pertaining to their case, provide legal counsel, and draw up legal documentation. In complex cases, you will collaborate with senior attorneys to ensure the best legal representation for our clients.

Job Duties

Engage in strategy review sessions with clients to understand the facts and goals to prepare a Case Plan for each client
Draft legal pleadings and forms, including complaints, declarations, discovery requests, responses, and memorandums.
Conduct research and compile evidence for cases
Collecting, maintaining, and organizing evidence for all aspects of family law litigation (i.e. trials, motions, mediations, etc.).
Prepare for and appear at trial and contested hearings (depending on experience)
Manage personal caseload and ensure proper and timely billing

Minimum Requirements:

Bilingual in Mandarin/English
Successful completion of a Juris Doctorate Degree or its equivalent as allowed under the State Bar Act.
CA State Bar
Minimum of 1-4 years of Family law experience

Experience/Skills:

Demonstrated verifiable reputation for integrity and no history of disciplinary offenses as an attorney or in any other capacity.
Ability to work independently as well as a part of a cohesive team; willing to go above and beyond – always looking to improve process, efficiency, and support to business
Impeccable interpersonal acumen – able to interface at ease with all Staff and Clients respectfully and professionally
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, even under pressure and when navigating ambiguity and challenge
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ever-changing, colleague/customer-centric environment
Competent with conflict resolution and defusing escalated situations as needed
Avid problem solver – able to create win-win situations using limited resources
Experience using Microsoft Office Suite, Clio (or other Case Management Platform), and Tech Savvy
Bilingual in Mandarin/English
License, Certificate, and Registration Requirements: