Family Law Attorney - Partner

We are seeking family law attorneys/Partners (throughout New Jersey) to join our growing firm. In this position, you will have the rare opportunity to actively participate in the firm and work closely with other attorneys, paralegals, and administrators.

This role is perfect for you if you:

• Enjoy the challenge of dealing with clients and potential clients.
• Want to be a part of a dynamic and collaborative team.
• Want more for your career or are you happy but with the right opportunity, you would be happier.
• Enjoy working with capable and talented people.
• Enjoy the excitement of growing your practice, building your reputation, and being supported in these efforts.

Benefits We Offer:

• Competitive compensation
• Commissions based on originations
• Hybrid work-from-home and office schedules are available
• Benefits include PTO, Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, FSA/HSA, and Retirement Plan with employer match
• Positive and supportive environment

$100,000 - $150,000 yearly

• Work closely with paralegals and senior partners to ensure swift action through the civil litigation process
• Help solve legal problems for clients through analyzing the situation, understanding their needs, and creating a strategic plan of action
• Represent clients in court proceedings as needed
• Manage the division of marital assets, including real estate, during divorce proceedings when needed
• Organize and maintain client files to ensure they are kept current

• Prepare Family Law related documents including pleadings and correspondence.
• Provide legal counsel and strategy to clients by analyzing their needs and determining the proper course of action.
• Represent clients in court.
• Must be prepared to step in and handle pieces of existing family law cases; as well as handle new cases as part of a team, from initial consultation to trial.

• Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association)
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, especially in highly stressful and emotional situations
• Extra consideration for those with a criminal justice background
• At least 1-2 years of working in a law firm on family law issues as well as real estate (determining marital property) is necessary
• Bachelor’s degree with a legal background and J.D. degree are required

• Must be admitted to practice in New Jersey.
• Minimum of 3 years of family law experience but more experience preferred.
• Can handle own caseload with independent decision making and has some trial experience.
• Strong written, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Must be self-motivated and organized.
• Excellent research skills.
• An existing book of business is a plus, but not required.

Our mission is to build a firm that is team-oriented and collaborative. Weinberger Divorce & Family Law Group is designed to be nimble so that we can adapt to the changing needs of our clients and team members.

Our goal has always been to surround ourselves with outstanding people, positive energy, and a culture that encourages everyone at the firm to provide constructive opinions and ideas on ways to improve the firm.

Our firm has largely grown thanks to the outstanding group of individuals who work seamlessly together to ensure our clients get the highest level of service and attention.

We are not your typical law firm and look forward to showing you how different we are.