Family Lawyer Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Family Lawyer includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Oversee and manage the legal issues that transpire between people that are members of the same family.
  • Supervise and direct mediation sessions, and offer effective legal advice.
  • Respond to the urgent needs of clients.
  • Oversee family estates and wills.
  • Attend trials and court proceedings.
  • Organize and record all official documents required to file cases.
  • Coordinate with staff to prepare an extensive brief on each case that goes to trial.
  • Uphold a steady schedule of hearings, court appearances, and conferences.
  • Regularly update clients about their cases.

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Family Lawyer duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Family Lawyer roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.

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