Associate Attorney – Family Law & Fiduciary Litigation

Bowditch has an opening for an Associate Attorney in its Family Law & Fiduciary Litigation practice. This hybrid position, based in our Worcester, Framingham and/or Boston offices, offers 3 in-office days and 2 remote days per week. The members of the practice represent clients in all aspects of the divorce process, child custody cases, estate litigation, and other probate and family law matters. This often requires frequent Court appearances. To most effectively support our clients, this individual needs to be admitted to practice in both Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The team also collaborates with members of other practice areas within the firm to ensure clients receive the most comprehensive and thorough support possible.

This individual will either possess a keen desire to learn and develop skills in the area of family law and fiduciary litigation or have some experience relating to the various areas of family law including, but not limited to, divorce, child custody matters, guardianships and conservatorships, adoptions, division of assets, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, spousal and child support, restraining orders and probate issues.

Bowditch prioritizes teamwork and collaboration amongst our lawyers and professional staff and actively supports our lawyers’ career progression and practice growth. For individuals looking to join a collaborative and client-centric team, Bowditch presents a fantastic opportunity. We are happy to train and invest in the correct individual.

Requirements

• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
• Willingness to collaborate and work as a team
• Juris Doctorate degree from an accredited law school
• Current license to practice law in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and the State of Rhode Island

Dedicated to Diversity: Bowditch & Dewey focuses on inclusive hiring of those candidates having excellent skills with a broad range of experiences, knowledge, and perspectives. Diversity within the Firm promotes an open and mutually respectful workplace and the delivery of superior service to its clients.

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