Domestic and Family Law Associate Attorney

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance

Simms Showers LLP Domestic & Associate Attorney Position

• Simms Showers LLP, a growing Northern Virginia and Maryland-based law firm, is seeking an Associate Attorney for our Domestic and Family Law practice area.
• We seek team members who appreciate and can thrive in a faith-driven environment with a desire to contribute to a team that integrates faith and law in practical ways.

This exciting legal opportunity also offers a great office and team environment with attorneys ready to provide mentorship and support. Associates with Simms Showers LLP are full-time, salaried employees with significant benefits, including: (1) health insurance options; (2) paid sick and vacation leave; (3) 401K retirement with 4% matching program; (4) a cash balance program and profit sharing.

• Manage all aspects of domestic and family law cases, including client consultations, pleadings, discovery, negotiations, and litigation.
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Draft motions, petitions, agreements, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail.
• Communicate effectively and compassionately with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to junior associates and support staff.
• Contribute to firm growth through client relationship management and participation in community or professional outreach.
• Maintain compliance with ethical standards and firm policies.

To apply, send your (1) resume, (2) cover letter, and (3) if a recent graduate, a transcript (unofficial transcript is fine) via email to Kevin Connor at krconnor@simmsshowerslaw.com and copy jmbaldwin@simmsshowerslaw.com

To learn more about the firm, check out our website www.simmsshowerslaw.com.

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience as a family law Attorney.
• VA Bar License
• Legal writing, analysis, and drafting skills
• Ability and willingness to travel to different courts in Northern Virginia

Preferred Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience as a family law Attorney.
• Jury trial and court experience
• Prior judicial clerkship experience