Attorney – Family Law

Goodwin Recruiting; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Five weeks paid time off

Paid vacation every other year

Ongoing professional development

Job summary

Goodwin Recruiting is seeking a Family Law Attorney in Seattle, WA, with 3+ years of experience, to manage cases from intake to resolution in a remote-first environment with required court appearances in the Seattle area.

You will maintain client relationships, draft pleadings, and represent clients at hearings, mediations, and trials, all while benefiting from a clear partnership path and a collaborative team culture.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school.
• Active Washington State bar license or eligibility to practice in Washington.
• 3–5+ years of family law experience handling custody and divorce matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage family law cases from intake through resolution, including mediation and trial.
• Handle divorce, custody, and high-conflict family law matters.
• Draft pleadings, motions, temporary orders, and discovery.
• Prepare and argue hearings, including temporary orders.
• Develop child support worksheets and financial documentation.
• Represent clients in court and provide strategic legal guidance.
• Maintain proactive communication with clients.

Skills

Independent work

Communication skills

High-conflict management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Job description

Family Law Attorney (3+ Years) – Seattle, WA

Remote flexibility with required court appearances in Snohomish, Pierce, and King Counties

Join a fast-growing national family law firm built for autonomy and long-term success.

This is an opportunity to build your career in a supportive, high-performing environment where you are trusted to manage your cases while backed by a collaborative team. If you’re looking for a role that combines independence with meaningful support—and a clear path to partnership—this could be the right next step.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Fully remote flexibility with required in-person court appearances and client meetings
• No micromanagement—you own your cases with trust and autonomy
• Clear partnership track for long-term career growth
• Strong support infrastructure so you can focus on practicing law, not administrative burdens
• Collaborative, values-driven culture centered on communication, compassion, and accountability

What You’ll Do

• Manage family law cases from intake through resolution, including mediation and trial
• Handle divorce, custody, and high-conflict family law matters
• Draft pleadings, motions, temporary orders, and discovery
• Prepare and argue hearings, including temporary orders
• Develop child support worksheets and financial documentation
• Represent clients in court and provide strategic legal guidance
• Maintain consistent, proactive communication with clients

What We’re Looking For

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active Washington State bar license (or ability to practice in Washington)
• 3-5+ years of family law experience handling cases from start to finish, with a strong understanding of custody disputes, divorce proceedings, and heavily contested family law cases
• Experience with hearings, mediation, discovery, and trial preparation
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong communication skills and ability to manage high-conflict situations
• Compassionate, detail-oriented, and committed to client service
• Comfortable managing a billing expectation of ~30 hours per week

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $125K–$225K + strong bonus potential
• 401(k) with employer match
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance
• Five weeks paid time off
• Paid vacation every other year
• Ongoing professional development and career advancement

Work Environment

• Remote-first structure with flexibility
• Court appearances and occasional in-person client meetings required in the greater Seattle area
• Supportive, team-oriented culture that values ownership and results over oversight

If you’re looking to grow your career in a firm that values independence, client care, and long-term success, this is an excellent opportunity to take the next step.