Who We Are
Strickler, Platnick & Hatfield is a boutique family law firm serving Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia. We call ourselves “The Modern Family Law Firm,” and we mean that in every possible sense of the phrase. We know that modern families take many forms, and the nuclear family unit is only one possible configuration. Among our guiding philosophies is the conviction that all families should be treated with compassion, dignity, and respect.
We are also modern in our commitment to remaining current with developments in family law, and developing innovative, creative strategies to advocacy. We leverage the latest technology for our clients’ benefit, so that we can work efficiently and apply our time and effort in a way that makes the biggest impact for our clients. No matter how many cases we handle, we never lose sight of the individual family behind each legal matter, and we are committed to getting the best possible experience and outcome for each one. In short: we strive to be the best at what we do, and we genuinely care about the people for whom we do it.
If you are ready to do work that makes a real difference in people’s lives, and be part of a team respected for legal excellence, there may be a place for you at Strickler, Platnick & Hatfield.
What We Offer
Strickler, Platnick & Hatfield takes pride in our reputation as a top-quality law firm. We know that being the best means attracting and retaining the best people. We value our attorneys and staff, and we want to make sure they know it.
We offer careers with competitive compensation and excellent benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, life and disability insurance, employer matching 401(k), paid holidays, paid time off, opportunity for performance bonus and advancement. We encourage and support our team members in continuing legal education and professional development. We also strive to cultivate a day-to-day work environment that is pleasant, collegial, and conducive to growth.
Our commitment to supporting our attorneys and support staff has paid off in low turnover, and strong working relationships between team members, which benefits not only the firm, but our clients.
Opportunities with Strickler, Platnick & Hatfield
At Strickler, Platnick & Hatfield, we are always looking for extraordinary and experienced professionals to add to our team. To us, representing clients is more than just a job — it’s a chance to help people change their lives for the better. Does this sound like a place you want to work? Look below to see the types of positions for which we hire. Even if we are not currently looking to fill a position, we want to make a connection with you. If you think you could be an asset to our firm, please fill out a form.
Associate Attorney
We seek committed Associate Attorneys who are passionate about advocating for clients and their families. Our associates work closely with seasoned family law litigators with decades of advocacy experience. A successful candidate will have the opportunity to represent clients in a variety of family law matters, including issues related to divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, equitable distribution of property, international family law, and domestic violence.
Responsibilities include:
- Managing all aspects of family law cases through resolution including negotiation, litigation, preparation of pleadings, conducting legal research, drafting motions and legal briefs, discovery, and appearing with clients in court proceedings, mediation, and other forms of alternative dispute resolution (ADR)
- Consulting with clients and maintaining regular communication, including promptly responding to client questions and concerns and providing ongoing updates about case progress
- Developing creative case strategies based upon individual clients’ circumstances and objectives for their legal matters
- Advising clients and participating in case settlement discussions
- Collaborating with senior attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants to ensure timely, efficient, and effective management of cases
- Remain current with developments in family law so as to be able to provide clients with appropriate legal guidance
Qualifications
- J.D. from an accredited law school
- Admission to the Maryland and D.C. bar (Virginia bar helpful), continued membership in good standing, and willingness to obtain additional admissions to practice as needed
- Proficiency in legal research, writing, and oral advocacy
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Unwavering commitment to professional ethics and personal integrity
- Experience in family law practice, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution
- Passion for providing client-focused results
- Desire to learn and use cutting edge software and technology in the practice of law
- A desire to win
Paralegal
We seek efficient, personable, and organized paralegals to assist with family law matters to work closely with attorneys and clients in our practice.
Responsibilities include:
- Supporting attorneys in the management of a wide variety of family law matters, including issues related to divorce, international divorce, child custody, child support, equitable distribution of property, alimony, and domestic violence
- Promptly and professionally responding to client inquiries that do not require an attorney’s training or expertise
- Coordinating with clients to collect and organize information and documents required to advance their cases
- Preparing and filing court forms, pleadings, and discovery materials and arranging for service of process where necessary
- Maintaining organized case files and protecting the confidentiality of client materials
- Assisting attorneys with trial preparation, including preparing witness lists, exhibits, summaries, orders and trial binders
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from an accredited institution; training in paralegal studies or law preferred, but not required
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Paralegal certification preferred
- Passion for providing client-focused results
- Desire to learn and use cutting edge software and technology in the practice of law
- Experience in a family law practice preferred
Legal Assistant
We seek bright, congenial, organized, and detail-oriented legal assistants to interface with clients and prospects as well as to provide administrative support to paralegals and attorneys in our family law practice.
Responsibilities include:
- Managing calendars, scheduling appointments, coordinating meetings and court appearances, drafting documents, assisting with marketing and providing other administrative support
- Answering telephones and direct calls to the appropriate party, and greeting clients and professionals who visit the office
- Conducting initial intakes and scheduling clients for initial consultations and meetings with attorneys
- Preparing correspondence to clients, attorneys and other professionals, and the courts
- Organizing and maintaining case files and protecting the confidentiality of client materials
- Assisting with billing and invoicing, including time entry and expense tracking
- Coordinating case-related communications with opposing counsel, court personnel, and other parties
- Conducting legal filings and document retrievals from the courts
- Performing general office-related duties such as management of incoming and outgoing mail and ordering supplies
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree or higher; legal assistant training or paralegal training preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Prior experience working in a law office preferred
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
- Pleasant, professional demeanor
- Passion for providing client-focused results
- Desire to learn and use cutting edge software and technology in the practice of law
Strickler, Platnick & Hatfield is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
