Associate Attorney

Sterling Lawyers; Appleton (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401k Matching

Paid vacation

Holidays

Short-term Disability

Long-term Disability

Job summary

Sterling Lawyers in Appleton, Wisconsin, is seeking a Family Law Attorney to lead and resolve complex cases with a strategic, empathetic approach. You will advocate for clients and leverage technology to streamline matters while building strong, lasting relationships.

Join a collaborative, mentorship‑driven firm with a nationwide vision. With over 20 lawyers, you’ll have support, flexible work options, and a merit‑based path toward substantial earning potential, including competitive

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate
• 5+ years of litigation experience in family law preferred, but not required

Responsibilities

• Lead and resolve complex family law cases with a strategic, empathetic approach.
• Innovate daily, utilizing technology to streamline processes and enhance client engagement.
• Collaborate with a team of attorneys who are as committed to your success as they are to our clients'.
• Develop and hone your skills in a nurturing environment that values curiosity, mentorship, and continuous learning.
• Get help from an expert, when you need it. With over 20 lawyers, someone has seen the issue you’re facing before and they’ll be eager to help.

Education

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Job Title: Family Law Attorney – Appleton

About Sterling Lawyers

At Sterling Lawyers, we are pioneers, redefining family law with a passion for service to others and a flair for innovation. Since our inception, we've challenged the status quo, growing to be leaders in the legal landscape of Wisconsin and Illinois. Now, as we set our sights on a nationwide presence, we are seeking additional attorneys for our Fox Valley offices, with locations in Green Bay, Appleton, Oshkosh, Fond du Lac, and Sheboygan.

Are you ready to join our top-performing team and make a difference in people's lives?

Responsibilities

• Lead and resolve complex family law cases with a strategic, empathetic approach.
• Innovate daily, utilizing technology to streamline processes and enhance client engagement.
• Collaborate with a team of attorneys who are as committed to your success as they are to our clients'.
• Develop and hone your skills in a nurturing environment that values curiosity, mentorship, and continuous learning.
• Get help from an expert, when you need it. With over 20 lawyers, someone has seen the issue you’re facing before and they’ll be eager to help.

Your Development

• Engage in a personalized career development plan with specific milestones and regular progress evaluations.
• Access to unlimited external CLE opportunities.
• Attend national family law conferences and workshops, staying ahead of the curve in legal trends and network building.
• Influence how your own work gets done. There’s more than one way to do something, and we are always on the lookout for ways to improve so we can all succeed.

Compensation and Benefits

• Average annual compensation of $75,000-$175,000 commensurate with experience
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, effective the first day of the month following your hire date
• 401k Matching
• Company-paid Short and Long-Term Disability

Qualifications

• Juris Doctorate
• 5+ years of litigation experience in family law preferred, but not required

The Culture

• Flexibility in work time and space
• Collaboration with a supportive team of professionals
• Mentoring and coaching to master your craft
• A team focused on transforming family law practices
• Vibrant relationships that foster personal and professional growth
• World-class practice support from staff
• Unlimited earning potential — we are a merit-based organization

Job Type: Full-time

Alternative Position Names: Lawyer, Associate Attorney, Senior Associate Attorney