Attorney/Lawyer (Branson MO)

Family Law Attorney – Branson, Missouri Area Join Our Springfield, Missouri Office Stange Law Firm, PC has an immediate opening for a motivated attorney in the Branson, Missouri area to join our legal team through our Springfield office. This opportunity may be particularly attractive to attorneys living in Branson, Hollister, Taney County, or surrounding communities who are interested in building a meaningful, long-term career with an established family law firm. 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. Our Springfield office serves clients throughout Southwestern Missouri, including Greene County, Christian County, Taney County, and surrounding communities. 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 premiumunder available plans, depending on the selected plan Health Savings Account options Dental and vision insurance 401(k) with employer matching Roth IRA options Optional accident, critical illness, disability, and life insurance 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 and case-management experience Mentorship and ongoing attorney development Employer-paid bar dues and continuing legal education Firm-provided laptop and cellphone Opportunities for advancement to Senior Associate and other leadership positions A firm culture that promotes qualified attorneys from within Stange Advocacy Institute We believe attorneys should never stop developing their legal skills. Through theStange Advocacy Institute, attorneys receive ongoing practical training designed to help them become stronger counselors, negotiators, writers, litigators, and courtroom advocates. The firm conducts periodicWeekend Advocacy Intensivesfocused 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 Manage family law matters from inception through resolution Advise clients and maintain regular, professional client communication Draft pleadings, motions, judgments, orders, discovery, and correspondence Conduct legal research and analysis Prepare clients and witnesses for depositions, hearings, mediation, and trial Appear at conferences, mediations, hearings, and trials Negotiate settlements and advocate effectively for clients Communicate with opposing counsel, courts, experts, and other third parties Maintain organized and complete case files Produce accurate, thorough, and timely legal work Record billable time accurately and consistently under firm policies Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, legal assistants, and support departments Participate in firm training and professional-development programs Attorneys may handle matters involving divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, adoption, guardianship, estate planning, and other domestic relations issues.