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Job Overview

A law firm seeks an experienced attorney in San Diego, CA, who understands litigation but desires a role with less traditional caseload pressure. This position focuses on client consultation, case assessment, and relationship building, offering a more predictable and sustainable day-to-day role.

Duties

• Consult with prospective family law clients by phone, video, and in person.
• Quickly understand the legal issues, personalities, goals, and complexity of each matter.
• Identify case needs and appropriate next steps using litigation experience.
• Build trust and rapport with prospective clients.
• Explain the firm's approach, attorneys, retainers, and engagement process.
• Match clients with the right litigator based on complexity, strategy, personality, and budget.
• Coordinate strategic consultations with firm litigators when appropriate.
• Follow up with qualified prospective clients and guide them through retention.
• Ensure a seamless handoff to the litigation team.
• Deliver a five-star client experience from the first interaction.

Requirements

• Active California Bar license.
• Prior family law or litigation experience strongly preferred.
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong legal judgment and issue-spotting ability.
• Professional and polished presence.
• Highly responsive, organized, and accountable.
• Comfortable in a performance-driven environment.
• Spanish fluency is a plus, but not required.

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

• Active California Bar license.

Skills

• Strong judgment and emotional intelligence.
• Ability to build trust quickly.
• Comfortable discussing fees and asking prospective clients to move forward.
• Enjoy the business-development side of practicing law.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) match.
• Paid time off.
• Health Savings Account.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Life insurance.
• Disability insurance.

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