Associate Attorney

Jetton & Meredith, PLLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Health savings account (HSA)

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Jetton & Meredith in North Carolina seeks an Associate Family Law Attorney to join our growing practice. You will manage client matters from intake through resolution and work closely with a collaborative team.

We handle divorce, child custody, alimony, equitable distribution, and other complex domestic matters, and offer a competitive salary and benefits. This role is in-person and full-time.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina, or eligibility for admission
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical abilities
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines
• Professional judgment and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with attorneys and support staff
• A client-focused approach and an understanding of the sensitive nature of family law matters
• Prior family law, litigation, courtroom, or related legal experience is preferred

Responsibilities

• Manage an assigned caseload of family law matters from intake through resolution
• Communicate directly with clients and provide clear, practical legal guidance throughout their cases
• Draft pleadings, motions, agreements, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research and analyze issues related to North Carolina family law
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, calendar calls, mediations, negotiations, and other court proceedings
• Work closely with partners, attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to develop case strategy
• Review financial records, discovery responses, and other case-related documents
• Negotiate with opposing counsel and assist in resolving matters when appropriate
• Maintain organized and accurate case files, deadlines, and client communications
• Provide responsive, professional, and compassionate service to clients
• Participate in firm initiatives, professional development, and community involvement as appropriate

Skills

Client communications

Legal research & writing

Time management

Attention to detail

Independent work

Team collaboration

Client-focused

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school

Job description

Jetton & Meredith is seeking an Associate Family Law Attorney to join our growing Family Law practice. This is an opportunity to build your career alongside an experienced team of family law attorneys while taking an active role in representing clients through some of the most important and challenging moments of their lives.

Our Family Law team handles a wide range of matters, including divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, separation agreements, and other complex domestic matters. The attorney in this position will work closely with our Family Law partners and legal support team while managing an assigned caseload and developing meaningful client relationships.

We are looking for an attorney who is hardworking, dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to providing clients with excellent representation and service.

What You'll Do

• Manage an assigned caseload of family law matters from intake through resolution
• Communicate directly with clients and provide clear, practical legal guidance throughout their cases
• Draft pleadings, motions, agreements, discovery, correspondence, and other legal documents
• Conduct legal research and analyze issues related to North Carolina family law
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, calendar calls, mediations, negotiations, and other court proceedings
• Work closely with partners, attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to develop case strategy
• Review financial records, discovery responses, and other case-related documents
• Negotiate with opposing counsel and assist in resolving matters when appropriate
• Maintain organized and accurate case files, deadlines, and client communications
• Provide responsive, professional, and compassionate service to clients
• Participate in firm initiatives, professional development, and community involvement as appropriate

What We're Looking For

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina, or eligibility for admission
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical abilities
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines
• Professional judgment and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently while also collaborating with attorneys and support staff
• A client-focused approach and an understanding of the sensitive nature of family law matters
• Prior family law, litigation, courtroom, or related legal experience is preferred

Why Join Jetton & Meredith?

Jetton & Meredith is a growing North Carolina law firm built around hard work, teamwork, and a commitment to our clients. Our attorneys are supported by experienced legal professionals and work in a collaborative environment where they have the opportunity to develop their skills, take ownership of their cases, and grow within the firm.

We understand that family law clients often come to us during difficult and uncertain periods in their lives. Our goal is to provide them with knowledgeable legal guidance, honest communication, and an advocate who is willing to work hard on their behalf.

As our firm continues to grow, we are looking for attorneys who want to grow with us.

Salary: $80,000–$100,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

Benefits include:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Schedule & Location

• Full-time
• In-person position
• Monday through Friday

• This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, qualifications, or duties associated with the role.