Overview In this role you will manage family-law matters from start to finish, working directly with clients, negotiating settlements, and appearing in court. You'll grow through the firm's advocacy programs while developing litigation and counseling skills. The position sits in Indianapolis, serving Central Indiana, with strong mentorship and clear advancement paths. You'll contribute to a mission-driven firm that supports growth, client service, and professional development.
Compensation / Benefits- base salary $90,000-$120,000
- discretionary bonuses and incentive compensation
- signing bonus
- Attorney referral bonuses
- health insurance premium coverage
- HSA options, dental and vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, Roth IRA option
Responsibilities- Manage family law matters from inception through resolution
- Advise and communicate regularly with clients
- Draft pleadings, motions, judgments, orders, discovery, and legal correspondence
- Conduct legal research and analysis
- Prepare clients and witnesses for depositions, hearings, mediation, and trial
- Attend court appearances, conferences, mediations, hearings, and trials
- Negotiate settlements and advocate effectively for clients
- Communicate professionally with opposing counsel, court personnel, experts, and third parties
- Maintain organized and accurate case files
- Record billable time consistently
- Work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, and staff
- Participate in professional-development and internal attorney-training programs
Key requirements- Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
- Active Indiana law license in good standing
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Effective courtroom, negotiation, and advocacy skills
- Ability to manage cases, deadlines, and client expectations
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
- Commitment to excellent client service
- Ability to work well in a professional team
- Commitment to continued learning and professional development
- Family-law experience preferred but not required; litigation experience in other areas considered
- strong communication
- client service orientation
- team collaboration
- courtroom advocacy
- negotiation
- legal research
