Associate Attorney

Ross Family Law, P.C.; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits

Job summary

Ross Family Law, P.C. seeks an Associate Attorney to handle family law matters from filing to Judgment or Final Order. The role emphasizes client counsel, court advocacy, and close collaboration with shareholders, paralegals, and staff within a values-driven firm.

Reports To: Shareholders/Managing Partner; Hours: Full-Time; Compensation: commensurate with experience with full benefits.

Qualifications

• Active California Bar membership is required.
• Strong legal research and writing skills are essential.
• Ability to manage a family law caseload and deadlines.
• Excellent client communication and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of family law matters from filing through Judgment or Final Order.
• Develop case strategy with shareholders and inform clients throughout the matter.
• Appear at hearings, conferences, and trials; negotiate settlements on behalf of clients.
• Conduct legal research; prepare pleadings, motions, declarations, and briefs.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Client counseling

Court advocacy

Case management

Education

California Bar admission

Job description

The Associate Attorney handles family law matters from initial filing through Judgment or Final Order, delivering the firm’s high standard of legal work while collaborating closely with shareholders, paralegals, and staff. The role combines substantive casework, client counsel, and court advocacy, and suits a lawyer who wants to build a career in family law at a tightknit, values-driven firm.

Reports To: Shareholders / Managing Partner

Classification: Exempt

Hours: Full-Time

Compensation: Commensurate with experience, with full benefits

Core Responsibilities

Case Management & Advocacy

• Manage a caseload of family law matters from initial filing through Judgment or Final Order.
• Develop case strategy in collaboration with shareholders and keep clients informed throughout the matter.
• Appear at hearings, conferences, and trials, and represent clients in negotiations and settlement discussions.

Legal Research & Writing

• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, declarations, and briefs.
• Draft and review correspondence, agreements, and judgment packages.
• Ensure compliance with the CA Rules of Court, Family Code, Code of Civil Procedure, and applicable Local Rules.
• Counsel clients with clarity, empathy, and professionalism.
• Work closely with paralegals and legal assistants to move matters forward efficiently.
• Contribute to firm knowledge-sharing and uphold the firm’s collaborative culture.

Professional Responsibilities

• Track and enter billable hours and meet annual billing expectations.
• Maintain active California Bar membership and complete required MCLE credits.
• Participate in firm and community events, including AAML activities as appropriate.

Additional Duties

The Associate Attorney may take on additional responsibilities as the needs of the firm evolve, and is expected to bring sound judgment, initiative, and a willingness to pitch in across the team.