Attorney (Family Law)

A bit about us

We practice general law in a small town, so one day might be a closing and the next a custody hearing. Docket deadlines are checked twice, by two different people.

We're looking for an Attorney (Family Law) to join our team. This is a remote role. Billable hour expectation is 1,800 per year, with a bonus above target. You will be employed through our employer-of-record partner in Portugal, with a local contract and salary paid in euros. Core hours overlap with US Central time, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM CT. You get a company laptop and a headset before you start.

Key responsibilities

• Track billable time daily and meet annual hour targets
• Research legal issues on Westlaw or Lexis and write memos
• Report case status to clients, partners and insurance carriers
• Advise clients on case strategy, risks and likely outcomes
• Prepare clients and witnesses for deposition and trial
• Manage a caseload of 40 to 60 active matters

What we're looking for

• 3+ years of practice experience in the relevant area of law
• Valid driver's licence for court appearances across the region
• Comfortable with clients, opposing counsel and judges
• Experience with Clio, Filevine or another case management system
• Organised with a heavy caseload and many deadlines
• Strong legal research and writing skills

Preferred qualifications

• Spanish fluency
• Jury trial experience
• Existing book of business or client referrals

Pay and benefits

€4,000-€4,700 per month

• Monthly internet allowance
• Annual team retreat
• Home office setup budget
• Co-working space stipend
• Paid parental leave

Let us know your current notice period and salary expectations.

Please submit your CV in English.

Start: Immediately.

Demo job created on 11jobs for testing and demonstrations. It is not an actual opening at Aurora PLLC.