Attorney

Delve Search & Recruiting; California; Remote; USD 199,000 - 283,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Job summary

Delve Search & Recruiting seeks two experienced Associate Attorneys for a primarily remote role with in-person court appearances as required in California.

Ideal candidates hold a J.D. from an accredited law school, active California Bar license, and 5+ years of legal experience, with family law preferred or strong civil litigation background and excellent writing skills.

The position offers flexible hours and meaningful ownership of cases within a collaborative, growth-oriented firm.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• Five or more years of legal experience.
• Family law experience preferred; civil litigation experience with interest in family law will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned family law matters, including case progression, deadlines, filings, and client communication.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, legal correspondence, and other substantive legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and contribute to litigation strategy, case preparation, and resolution.
• Communicate proactively with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and internal team members.
• Attend court appearances, hearings, and mediations as required.
• Collaborate with firm leadership and support staff to maintain organized, responsive case management.
• Identify potential issues early, exercise sound judgment, and seek guidance when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow established workflows and procedures.

Skills

J.D.

California Bar

5+ years experience

Legal writing

Education

J.D. from an accredited law school

Job description

Remote + Court Appearances as required by the courts

Compensation: Starting at $175 per hour

Annual Earning Potential based on billable hours - $175,000-300,000+

About the Firm

Our client is a growing boutique law practice focused on providing thoughtful, personalized legal representation in family law matters. The firm takes a hands-on approach to its cases, emphasizing strong legal advocacy, responsive client service, and careful attention to each client's individual circumstances.

With a collaborative team structure and established systems for case management, the firm offers attorneys the opportunity to work closely with firm leadership while taking meaningful ownership of their cases.

As the practice continues to grow, the firm is investing in building a dependable legal team that values professionalism, communication, accountability, and high-quality work. This is an opportunity for attorneys who appreciate the flexibility of a primarily remote environment while remaining engaged in substantive legal work and close collaboration with colleagues.

About the Opportunity

The firm is seeking two experienced Associate Attorneys to support its growing caseload and contribute to the continued development of the practice.

Family law experience is preferred, but accomplished civil litigators with a genuine interest in transitioning into family law are encouraged to apply. The firm is open to attorneys who bring strong foundational litigation skills, sound judgment, excellent writing ability, and a willingness to learn its established procedures.

These positions offer the opportunity to manage assigned matters, contribute to case strategy, and develop a long-term working relationship with a growing practice.

What You'll Do

• Manage assigned family law matters, including case progression, deadlines, filings, and client communication.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, legal correspondence, and other substantive legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and contribute to litigation strategy, case preparation, and resolution.
• Communicate proactively with clients, opposing counsel, courts, and internal team members.
• Attend court appearances, hearings, and mediations as required.
• Collaborate with firm leadership and support staff to maintain organized, responsive case management.
• Identify potential issues early, exercise sound judgment, and seek guidance when appropriate.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow established workflows and procedures.

What We're Looking For

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active California Bar license in good standing.
• Five or more years of legal experience.
• Family law experience preferred; strong civil litigation experience with a genuine interest in family law will also be considered.
• Excellent legal writing, research, analytical, and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong organization, deadline management, and caseload management abilities.
• Consistent communication and a proactive, accountable approach to managing matters.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with attorneys and legal support professionals.
• Professionalism, sound judgment, and receptiveness to feedback.
• Professional liability/malpractice coverage, either independently or through an approved firm arrangement.

The role is primarily remote, with in-person court appearances as required by the courts, which is limited. Attorneys will work closely with firm leadership and the support team in a collaborative, organized environment.

Onboarding includes an introduction to the firm's systems, workflows, and procedures, supported by training resources and regular case-review discussions. Responsibility will increase as the attorney becomes familiar with the practice and its expectations.

• Hourly rate: Starting at $175 per hour, with flexibility for particularly strong candidates.
• Expected workload: Approximately 20-40 hours per week, depending on caseload and business needs and desire to bill more or less hours to achieve your goals.
• Engagement: The firm is interested in attorneys seeking a consistent, long-term working relationship.

Who Will Thrive Here?

This opportunity is well suited to an attorney who enjoys substantive legal work, values autonomy, and understands that excellent representation depends on both legal ability and consistent communication.

The right person will take ownership of assigned matters, manage competing deadlines, keep clients and colleagues informed, and approach collaboration and professional development with a positive, solutions-oriented mindset.