Family Law Litigation Attorney

Job overview

The Family Law Litigation Attorney role is listed as onsite in Edwardsville, IL; compensation is not specified. Cordell & Cordell focuses on family law and helping families navigate challenging and pivotal times. The attorney represents clients through family law matters, including divorce, custody, support, and property division. The role advances client representation through legal drafting, research, court appearances, advice, and coordinated case management with paralegals and other legal staff.

What you'll do

• Represent clients in family law cases involving divorce, child custody, spousal support, and property division
• draft pleadings, motions, and agreements
• conduct legal research and stay current on family law
• attend hearings and trials
• advise and support clients throughout the legal process
• collaborate with paralegals and legal staff on case management.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

family law attorney

litigation

edwardsville il

cordell & cordell

divorce

child custody

spousal support

property division

court hearings

legal research

client representation

full-time

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical plans, dental, vision, life and AD&D, long- and short-term disability insurance, 401(k) with employer matching, paid time off, wellness program, and potential employer-paid health premiums.

Why this role

The posting describes attorney training, mentorship, professional development, and support from paralegals, administrative staff, and dedicated business-function teams.

About the employer

Cordell & Cordell is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.