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Stange-Law-Firm,-PC lists this Attorney/Lawyer opportunity in dodge city, Kansas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Family Law Attorney – Dodge City, Kansas Area
Join Our Wichita or Topeka, Kansas Office
Stange Law Firm, PC has immediate openings for motivated attorneys to join our teams in either Wichita or Topeka, Kansas. We encourage attorneys residing in Dodge City, Ford County, Finney County, and the surrounding region to apply and select their preferred office location.
At Stange Law Firm, attorneys do far more than research and paperwork. You will manage cases, work directly with clients, negotiate settlements, appear in court, conduct hearings and trials, and help families navigate some of the most important and difficult moments of their lives.
Family law experience is preferred but not required. We welcome experienced family law attorneys as well as litigators interested in developing a rewarding career in domestic relations law.
These positions are based in our Wichita and Topeka offices and serve clients throughout Kansas and the surrounding region.
Why Join Stange Law Firm?
Competitive Base Salary and Additional Earning Potential
$90,000–$120,000 base salary , depending on experience
The advertised salary range is base salary and does not include potential bonuses
Additional discretionary productivity bonuses and incentive compensation
Attorney referral bonuses
Clearly defined annual billable-hour goal of 1,500 hours
Exceptional Health and Retirement Benefits
The firm pays 95–99% of the employee’s health-insurance premium under available plans, depending on the state
Health Savings Account options
Dental and vision insurance
401(k) plan with employer matching
Roth IRA option
Optional accident, critical illness, disability, and life-insurance plans
Flexibility and Paid Time Off
36 scheduled work-from-home days annually, in addition to paid time off
Paid vacation
Three paid personal days
Nine paid holidays
Paid birthday leave
Courtroom Experience and Professional Development
Meaningful courtroom and litigation experience
Responsibility for cases from inception through resolution
Direct client contact
Mentorship and attorney-development programs
Employer-paid bar dues and continuing legal education expenses
Malpractice insurance provided
Company-issued laptop and cellphone
Defined opportunities for advancement into Senior Associate and leadership positions
A firm culture that promotes from within
Stange Advocacy Institute
We believe attorneys should never stop developing their legal skills. Through the Stange Advocacy Institute , attorneys receive ongoing practical training designed to help them become stronger counselors, negotiators, writers, litigators, and courtroom advocates.
The firm conducts periodic Weekend Advocacy Intensives focused on skills that attorneys use in their daily practices, including:
Courtroom and trial advocacy
Preparation for hearings, depositions, and trials
Legal research, analysis, and persuasive writing
Evidence and examination of witnesses
Discovery and case preparation
Negotiation and settlement strategy
Client counseling and communication
Case strategy and organization
Professional responsibility and ethics
Leadership and law-practice management
These programs are designed to help newer attorneys develop their abilities more quickly while allowing experienced attorneys to sharpen advanced advocacy, case-management, and leadership skills.
Stange Law Firm provides strong marketing and consistent client demand. Attorneys are supported by experienced paralegals and legal assistants, along with established intake, accounting, billing, collections, human resources, information technology, marketing, and administrative teams.
This support allows attorneys to concentrate on practicing law, serving clients, managing cases, and developing their litigation skills.
Position Responsibilities
The attorney will:
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
Complete assignments and work product accurately and timely
Record billable time consistently in accordance with firm policies
Work collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and firm leadership
Participate in professional-development and internal attorney-training programs
The attorney will handle matters involving divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, guardianship, estate planning, and other legal issues affecting families.
Qualifications
Successful candidates will possess:
A Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
An active Kansas law license in good standing
Strong written and oral communication skills
Effective courtroom, negotiation, and advocacy skills
The ability to manage cases, deadlines, and client expectations professionally
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
A commitment to excellent client service
The ability to work effectively as part of a professional team
A commitment to continued learning and professional development
Family law experience is preferred but not required. Attorneys with litigation experience in other practice areas who are interested in transitioning into family law are encouraged to apply.
Senior Associate opportunities may be available for candidates with five or more years of relevant litigation experience.
About Stange Law Firm
Stange Law Firm, PC is one of the nation’s largest family law firms, with offices across multiple states and continued expansion into new markets. The firm provides attorneys with the opportunity to develop substantial experience in a practice area that makes a meaningful difference in the lives of clients and families.
Attorneys at the firm have been recognized by Super Lawyers, Lead Counsel, and other professional organizations. Firm attorneys also regularly present continuing legal education programs for bar associations and national legal-education providers.
All applications and inquiries will be kept confidential. Stange Law Firm, PC is an equal-opportunity employer.
State: Kansas
This is a full time position
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