Family Law Litigation Attorney

Job overview

The Family Law Litigation Attorney role is onsite in Town and Country, MO; compensation is not specified. Cordell & Cordell is a domestic litigation firm focused on family law and helping families navigate pivotal legal matters. The attorney represents clients through family law disputes, prepares legal filings, conducts research, and advocates in hearings and trials. The role contributes to effective case management and client service in coordination with paralegals and other legal staff.

What you'll do

• Represent clients in divorce, child custody, spousal support, and property division matters
• draft pleadings, motions, and agreements
• conduct legal research and stay current on family law
• attend hearings and trials and present cases
• 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

town and country mo

cordell & cordell

divorce

child custody

spousal support

property division

court hearings

legal research

juris doctor

state bar admission

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

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

Why this role

Requires a Juris Doctor degree, admission to the state bar in good standing, and 1–3 years of family law litigation experience. The posting describes training, mentorship, professional development, medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) matching, paid time off, and a wellness program.

About the employer

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