Associate Attorney

Law Offices of Travis H. Whitfield; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Law Offices of Travis H. Whitfield, a growing family law firm in San Jose, seeks a full-time Associate Attorney with CA family law experience to join our collaborative team. You will work closely with an experienced attorney, gain courtroom exposure, and advance professionally as the practice expands.

You will handle pleadings, discovery, financial disclosures, and trial preparation while managing deadlines and maintaining client advocacy. In-person work in San Jose, CA is required.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active member of the California State Bar in good standing.
• Minimum of 2 years California family law experience preferred.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage deadlines and multiple cases.

Responsibilities

• Drafting pleadings, Requests for Order (RFOs), responsive declarations, motions, settlement agreements, and judgments.
• Preparing and responding to discovery.
• Reviewing financial disclosures and supporting documentation.
• Conducting legal research and preparing memoranda.
• Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Attending court hearings, settlement conferences, mediations, and case management conferences.
• Assisting with trial preparation, including witness preparation and exhibit organization.
• Managing an assigned caseload while meeting court deadlines.
• Maintaining accurate and timely billing entries.
• Working collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants.
• Developing case strategy and providing practical legal advice to clients.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Client communication

Education

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

Tools

Clio

Microsoft Office

Adobe Acrobat

Legal research platforms

Job description

Law Offices of Travis H. Whitfield is a growing family law firm based in San Jose that represents clients throughout the Bay Area in a wide range of family law matters. Our practice includes high-conflict custody disputes, domestic violence restraining orders (DVROs), child and spousal support, property division, paternity actions, post-judgment matters, and complex dissolution cases.

We are seeking a full-time Associate Attorney with a minimum of two (2) years of California family law experience preferred who is motivated, organized, and committed to providing exceptional client service. This is an outstanding opportunity to work closely with an experienced family law attorney, gain meaningful courtroom experience, and grow your career in a collaborative, expanding firm. As our practice continues to grow, there is significant opportunity for increased responsibility, professional development, and advancement.

Responsibilities

• Drafting pleadings, Requests for Order (RFOs), responsive declarations, motions, settlement agreements, and judgments
• Preparing and responding to discovery
• Reviewing financial disclosures and supporting documentation
• Conducting legal research and preparing memoranda
• Communicating with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel
• Attending court hearings, settlement conferences, mediations, and case management conferences
• Assisting with trial preparation, including witness preparation and exhibit organization
• Managing an assigned caseload while meeting court deadlines
• Maintaining accurate and timely billing entries
• Working collaboratively with attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants
• Developing case strategy and providing practical legal advice to clients

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active member of the California State Bar in good standing
• Minimum of 2 years of California family law experience preferred
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to independently manage deadlines and multiple cases
• Professional demeanor with clients, opposing counsel, and the courts

Preferred Experience

• Handling complex financial and property issues
• Trial preparation experience
• Familiarity with California Rules of Court and local court procedures
• Experience using Clio, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and legal research platforms

Ideal Candidate

• Is passionate about family law
• Thrives in a fast‑paced environment
• Takes initiative and works independently
• Is compassionate with clients while maintaining professionalism
• Has excellent organizational and time‑management skills
• Is eager to continue developing litigation and courtroom skills
• Wants to build a long‑term career with a growing firm

Job Type

Full-time

Schedule

Monday through Friday

Work Location

In person (San Jose, California)

We appreciate your interest in joining our team. We are looking for an attorney who is passionate about family law, committed to client advocacy, and excited to grow alongside a strong and supportive team.