Careers
What Is JC Law?
JC Law is a full-service law firm that primarily practices family law, criminal defense, and civil litigation. Established in 1992 and headquartered just outside Baltimore, Maryland, the firm has substantially grown in both size and capability into its current leadership position as the largest family law practice in Maryland, with additional offices throughout the mid-Atlantic region
We are currently hiring for a number of positions across our Baltimore, MD, King of Prussia, PA and Northern Virginia markets. These roles include:
Associate Attorney – Domestic/Civil Litigation – MD, PA, & VA
Linthicum Heights, MD (7 miles from Baltimore)
King of Prussia, PA
Fairfax, VA
Your role:
We are seeking to add an Associate Attorney to our rapidly expanding practice. You will be directly involved in all aspects of the practice of family law supporting our clients in areas including, but not limited to, divorce proceedings, adoptions, prenuptial agreements, visitation rights, protective orders, and custody filings. This includes working alongside and learning from our senior attorneys and support staff as well as partaking in a rigorous learning and development program to shape your skills and acumen.
Your responsibilities:
- Billing at least 34.6 hours per week (approximately 1800 hours/annually)
- Winning new clients via our intake sales funnel for at least 5 hours per week
- Managing your client collection rate ensuring it remains above 75% every week
- Working with the in-house financial team to forecast client billings weekly
- Providing representation of clients in court and through legal proceedings
- Mentoring and developing assigned Jr. Associates and legal support team
- Participating in JC Law’s Perfect Client Lifecycle development program
- Managing a regular schedule of hearings and court appearances
- Advising JC Law staff on legal matters and interpretation of laws and statutes
Your background:
We believe results count for more than years of experience. If you prove to be capable of delivering value for your clients and the firm, there is no restriction on how high or how fast you can rise.
- Licensed to practice law in Maryland, Pennsylvania, or Virginia (a plus if you are barred in other states we have offices)
- Experience litigating domestic and civil cases preferred
- Strong interpersonal & communication ability with the ability to influence and persuade
- Superior work ethic with a desire to succeed and build a life-long career in the legal profession
- Organized – able to effectively manage time and multi-task competing priorities
- Knowledgeable in family law areas including childcare, paternity, adoption, domestic violence, ancillary relief, and financial settlements, and willing to continue growing your knowledge base
- Adept at legal writing including custody agreements, wills, divorces, annulments, pre-nuptial agreements, child custody/support, and visitation rights, ready and willing to grow in each area
What we offer:
We understand that the talent market is competitive. We want candidates to see us as the employer of choice based on our value proposition composed of compensation, resources, and benefits.
Compensation:
- The base salary range for this role is $80,000-$120,000 annually (commensurate with ability)
- Potential to earn annual bonus and weekly commissions in addition to base salary
- Opportunity to achieve Partnership in as little as 5 years depending on value creation
- Periodic compensation reviews & subsequent pay raises when deliverables are met
- Rapid promotability for motivated employees to advance and take on more responsibility
Resources:
- Each attorney has a dedicated support team of paralegals, clerks, and discovery specialists
- Every attorney partakes in an education & training curriculum that exceeds industry standards
- Consistent new client flow via an in-house sales & marketing team to support billable hours
- In-office Moot Courtroom and instruction designed to enhance your advocacy & litigation skills
Client Account Specialist
At James Crawford law, we’re not just legal experts – we’re also committed to providing exceptional client experiences. As Maryland’s largest family-owned law firm, we’ve built a reputation for our exceptional client-centric approach. As we grow, we are looking to add a resourceful Client Account Specialist to help us uphold our reputation for excellence.
Requirements
Your responsibilities:
Our everyday assignments are equally challenging, varied, and rewarding. You can expect a typical week to include tasks such as:
- Client Communication: Serve as a vital point of contact for maintaining and enhancing our commitment to exceptional customer service
- Collaboration with Legal Teams: Collaborate closely with our attorneys to stay informed about the progress of each client’s case. This includes forecasting and collecting retainer balances for accurate financial management
- Financial Performance Goals: Strive to achieve both strong financial performance and top-tier customer service according to established weekly and monthly targets
- Payment Facilitation: Employ innovative strategies to inspire prompt and complete payments from clients
- Debt Management: Meticulously track and recover outstanding debts through various communication channels, including phone, mail, internet, and in-person interactions
- Resolution Expertise: Effectively resolve overdue payments and outstanding balances while maintaining a high level of professionalism
- Transaction Accuracy: Process payments and refunds with precision and attention to detail
- Billing & Credit Issue Resolution: Address and resolve billing and credit issues promptly to ensure smooth financial transactions
- Record Keeping: Establish and update client accounts, maintaining accurate records of retainer balances, payments, credits, and collection activities
Your qualifications:
At JC Law, we measure character along with credentials. But for you to contribute immediately to this role; your experience should include:
- Proven experience in Account Receivable Management or a related field, preferably in the legal industry
- Exceptional interpersonal skills for effective engagement with attorneys, clients, and management
- Strong customer service capabilities, including negotiation, conflict resolution, and professional phone conduct
- Comprehensive understanding of core accounting and finance procedures
- Familiarity with diverse collection techniques
- Proficiency in MS Office, accounting software, and billing platforms
- Demonstrated organizational excellence, adept at prioritization and multitasking
- Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities, ensuring clear and concise interactions
Your incentives and benefits:
We understand what it takes to be successful in the legal field. As such, we strive to provide all team members with exceptional resources, compensation, and benefits.
Compensation:
- Annual pay raises
Resources:
- Training, mentoring, and co-working alongside a team of experienced accountants and finance specialists
Legal Assistant – Domestic/Family/Civil Litigation – MD, PA, & VA
Your role:
We are seeking to add a Legal Assistant to our rapidly expanding practice. You will be directly involved in supporting a team of attorneys ranging from junior associates up to and including our Vice Presidents. This role is a critical component of the legal team that supports our clients face-to-face. It is expected that you will bring to the team a sterling level of client service, steadfast reliability and professional decorum. This is an ideal role for someone looking to build a long professional career in the legal services as you will receive continual learning and development in the role throughout your time with the firm.
Your responsibilities:
- Billing at least 23 hours per week (approximately 1200 hrs/annually)
- Assisting attorneys by drafting & reviewing legal documents and prep for court appearances
- Assisting attorneys with client interactions to include case updates and billing management
- Investigate facts to help in the negotiation of legal disputes
- Participating in JC Law’s Perfect Client Lifecycle development program
- Managing a regular schedule of hearings and court appearances for both you and your attys
- Navigating the discovery process including drafting, responding, organizing & administering
- Regular communication with clients regarding updates to their case
Sales Intake Specialist (Full-Time)
Your role:
We are seeking to add an intake specialist to support and assist the sales process at JC Law. You will be a liaison between the general public who have inquired about our legal services and our legal team. Working as part of larger team of intake specialists, you will field phone calls and emails from potential new clients and direct them to an on-call attorney for consultation regarding their legal matter. This is a critical role on the sales team. You will be the first point of contact at the firm for future clients and are responsible for establishing a positive first impression and superior level of customer service.
Your responsibilities:
- Field approximately 50-100 calls or follow-up calls a day with prospective new clients
- Properly input all data into the customer relationship management system (HubSpot)
- Promptly respond to all incoming leads and direct them to on-call attorneys
- Promptly respond to all incoming emails and direct them to on-call attorneys
- Communicate effectively over telephone, email, text, and Microsoft Teams
- Engage with the new leads in a professional and empathetic manner
- Confirm scheduled appointments with all involved parties
- Update JC Law tracking reports
What we offer:
We understand that the talent market is competitive. We want candidates to see us as the employer of choice based on our value proposition composed of compensation, resources, and benefits.
Compensation:
- Base compensation for this position is $20-25/hr
- Potential to earn an annual bonus based on performance and contributions to the firm
- Periodic compensation reviews & subsequent pay raises when deliverables are met
- Rapid promotability for motivated employees to advance and take on more responsibility
Resources:
- Every employee partakes in an education & training curriculum that exceeds industry standards
EEOP Statement:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. All job requirements are subject to possible revision to reflect changes in the position requirements or to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a threat or risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties that will be required in this position
We are in the business of perfecting the art of practicing law. Our unique approach to litigation, client relationships, and business management is fully encapsulated in what we call The Perfect Client Lifecycle. This ethos is the philosophical foundation of what we strive to do as well as the operational roadmap that guides how we practice law on a daily basis.
We are rapidly expanding our footprint. Our success over previous years has created an unprecedented opportunity to grow our firm in terms of employees, clients served, and geographic influence. We are amid a multi-year, multi-state, and multi-city growth plan. Talent will be the fuel that powers this rapid expansion across the region as we launch multiple new offices over the coming years.
We are Entrepreneurial Litigators. Our experienced leadership team, a staff of talented legal professionals, plus our unique approach to the business of law have established our reputation as a best-in-class family, civil, and criminal litigation firm. This is where litigators learn to be litigators.
We compete for talent! We know the talent we are seeking to hire have options and are discerning about where they choose to work. We strive to be the employer of choice for top talent in the family, civil and criminal arenas. Our approach to attracting the best lawyers and supporting staff is simple: Provide a strongly competitive compensation package, and pair it with a benefits package to take care of your health and retirement needs. We also offer accelerated advancement and development opportunities all while providing you a network of support to do your best work and achieve your career goals.
Our Mission and Values
JC Law’s mission is to shape the next generation of legal professionals in order to create a more just and accessible legal system in service to our clients.
Service – Accessibility – Trust
We are in the business of perfecting the art of practicing law. Our unique approach to litigation, client relationships, and business management is encapsulated in what we call the “Perfect Client Lifecycle.” This ethos is the philosophical foundation for how we care for our clientele, and the operational roadmap that guides how we practice law on a daily basis.
We are rapidly expanding our footprint, and our hard-earned success has created an unprecedented opportunity to grow our firm in terms of workforce, client base, and geographic jurisdiction. We’re implementing a multi-year, multi-state, multi-city growth plan; one that will be fueled by exceptional talent as we expand across the mid-Atlantic and launch multiple new offices in the coming years.
We are Entrepreneurial Litigators. Our experienced leadership team, knowledgeable legal professionals, and unique approach to the business of law have established our reputation as a best-in-class family, civil and criminal defense litigation firm. This is where litigators learn to be litigators and grow into cutting-edge thought leaders in the legal industry.
Our Employee Value Proposition
We compete for talent! We know that the talent we’re seeking to hire have options, and are discerning about where they may choose to work. We strive to be the employer of choice for top talent in the family, civil and criminal defense arenas. Our approach to attracting the best lawyers, support staff, and administrative professionals is simple:
Offer a strongly competitive compensation package, and pair it with a benefits package that accounts for your health and retirement needs:
- In addition to highly competitive base salaries and annual performance bonuses, each of our attorneys is afforded the opportunity to earn additional compensation through sales commission and referral bonuses for new business brought to the firm.
Provide accelerated advancement and development opportunities:
- We offer a results-based promotion structure with the opportunity to achieve partner status in as little as 5 years, based on performance and value creation for the firm.
Supplement it all with an ample professional support network that allows you to do your best work and achieve your career goals:
- We offer an unparalleled learning culture deliberately structured to exceed both industry standards and what exists at other competitive law firms.
