A Law Clerk assists judges with research and other legal and administrative work, particularly for cases to be decided in court. Organizes legal files, researches laws and prior decisions, reviews briefs submitted by attorneys. May draft and file legal documents or assist litigation attorneys. Works in a short term position typically held by law students or recent law school graduates
Boise, ID Work-Life Balance Meets Top-Tier Compensation A premier, rapidly growing family law practice in Boise is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join their collaborative team. This firm is dedicated to protecting clients while empowering its attorneys to meet their personal, professional, and financial goals. If you are growth-minded, intentional, disciplined, and thrive in a supportive environment, this position offers an exceptional culture alongside top-tier compensation.
Maintain full accountability for ~30 active family law cases from intake through mediation and trial.
Billable Goal:
Comfortably meet a 1,600 annual billable hour requirement through real-time time entry and structured day-to-day workflow.
Client Advocacy & Communication:
Provide exceptional service through systematic, empathetic communication and outstanding in-court advocacy.
Court Appearances:
Handle regular in-person court appearances and trials in Boise and surrounding county courts.
Strategic Execution:
Develop clear case plans, lead high-stakes mediations, and execute effective negotiation strategies.
Team Synergy:
Collaborate daily with dedicated paralegals and legal staff to streamline case management and legal workflows.
Qualifications & Experience Licensure:
Active Idaho Bar License in good standing (with no disciplinary actions).
Experience:
3+ years of dedicated experience in: Family Law, Litigation, Mediation, & High stakes negotiations. Core Competencies Strong emotional intelligence and empathetic client communication skills. Ability to maintain objective legal analysis and professional boundaries under pressure. Dynamic courtroom presence and a passion for litigation. Tech-savvy with proficiency in modern practice tools (Clio, Slack, Google Suite, MS Office, Zoom).
Position Details & Location Location:
Based full-time in our Boise, ID office with local court appearances. Benefits Package 401(k) with Matching Comprehensive Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) Flexible Schedule Generous PTO Reach out to Nykki McAdoo at nykki.mcadoo@gogpac.com to submit your confidential resume. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time. #gpacLegal
