Experienced Family Law Attorney

JR Law Group; Salt Lake City (UT); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Flexible PTO

Bar dues

CLEs

Professional memberships

Relocation assistance

Job summary

JR Law Group in Salt Lake City, Utah, seeks an experienced Family Law Attorney to build a rewarding, long-term career doing meaningful work. You will independently manage your own caseload while benefiting from a supportive team, mentorship, and access to innovative technology and a hybrid work model that supports work-life balance.

Join a female-founded, award-winning firm with a collaborative culture and growth opportunities as the practice expands.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active Utah Bar license or eligibility for admission through reciprocity.
• Three or more years of family law experience.
• Excellent writing, advocacy, negotiation, and courtroom skills.
• A collaborative, growth-oriented mindset.
• A desire to mentor others and continue developing professionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage family law cases from consultation through final resolution.
• Build trusted relationships with clients through exceptional communication and advocacy.
• Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in mediations, hearings, settlement conferences, and trials when necessary.
• Negotiate thoughtful, practical solutions that help clients move forward.
• Utilize the firm’s innovative technology and systems to efficiently manage cases and client communication.
• Collaborate closely with attorneys, paralegals, and staff to deliver exceptional client service.
• Mentor junior attorneys as opportunities arise.
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and growth-oriented culture.

Skills

Excellent writing

Advocacy

Communication skills

Mentoring others

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from ABA-accredited law school

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Family law is deeply personal, and the work we do matters. At JR Law Group, we combine sophisticated legal advocacy with compassion, strategy, and exceptional client service to help people move forward with confidence.

JR Law Group is an award-winning, female-founded and led family law firm serving clients throughout Utah. We’ve built a modern practice where exceptional legal representation is paired with innovative technology, collaborative teamwork, and an unwavering commitment to client service.

Our attorneys are backed by a highly experienced team and the infrastructure to do their best work. With seasoned attorneys, senior paralegals, professional staff, proven systems, and engaged leadership, there is a tremendous depth of knowledge and experience across the firm. Our attorneys have the support to focus on what they do best: practicing law, advocating for their clients, and continuing to grow professionally.

We give our attorneys the trust and space to take ownership of their cases, backed by the experience, systems, and support of the firm. You’ll exercise your professional judgment and develop your practice while working within proven systems and alongside experienced professionals who collaborate, share knowledge, and step in when needed. We believe high-level legal work and a supportive, flexible workplace can—and should—coexist.

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

OUR CORE VALUES

Innovation – We break the mold.

Compassion – We care first.

Trust – We’ve got you.

Respect – Without exception.

Accountability – We get it done.

Excellence – An endless pursuit.

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• We’re seeking an experienced Family Law Attorney who is passionate about the practice of family law and wants to build a rewarding, long-term career doing meaningful work.
• Our ideal candidate is a skilled and confident attorney who values collaboration, communicates exceptionally well, is open to continued learning and growth, and approaches challenges with professionalism, empathy, and a solutions-oriented mindset.
• You’ll independently manage your own caseload while benefiting from the collective experience of a highly supportive team, outstanding resources, and meaningful opportunities for continued professional growth and leadership.

WHAT SETS JR LAW GROUP APART

• Award-winning, female-founded and led family law firm
• Collaborative culture with a team that genuinely enjoys working together
• Deep bench of experienced attorneys, senior paralegals, and leadership, with extensive mentorship and support
• Trust and ownership in your practice, backed by proven systems and an experienced team
• Leadership and advancement opportunities as the firm continues to grow
• Dedicated paralegal and administrative support so you can focus on practicing law
• Innovative technology and streamlined systems that improve efficiency and client service
• Hybrid work model that supports work-life integration
• Beautiful, modern office space
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance, 401(k), and Flexible PTO
• Firm-paid Bar dues, CLEs, and professional association memberships
• Relocation assistance available for qualified out-of-state candidates

COMPENSATION

Starting base salary ranges from $140,000–$200,000 annually, plus a performance-based bonus structure, depending on experience, qualifications, demonstrated family law expertise, and anticipated billable rate.

Our compensation model is designed to reward strong performance while giving attorneys the resources and support necessary to build sustainable, successful careers.

YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES

You must have a passion for family law and, unrelated but essential, a sense of humor.

In this role, you will:

• Manage family law cases from consultation through final resolution
• Build trusted relationships with clients through exceptional communication and advocacy
• Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, settlement agreements, and other legal documents
• Represent clients in mediations, hearings, settlement conferences, and trials when necessary
• Negotiate thoughtful, practical solutions that help clients move forward
• Utilize the firm’s innovative technology and systems to efficiently manage cases and client communication
• Collaborate closely with attorneys, paralegals, and staff to deliver exceptional client service
• Mentor junior attorneys as opportunities arise
• Contribute to a positive, respectful, and growth-oriented culture

QUALIFICATIONS

• We’re looking for someone who wants more than their next job. We’re looking for an attorney who wants to build a career and contribute to the continued growth of a firm doing things differently.
• Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active Utah Bar license or eligibility for admission through reciprocity
• Three or more years of family law experience
• Ability to independently manage cases from beginning to end
• Excellent writing, advocacy, negotiation, and courtroom skills
• Strong organizational and case management abilities
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills
• A collaborative, growth-oriented mindset
• A desire to mentor others and continue developing professionally

A NOTE FROM OUR FOUNDER

I founded JR Law Group with the belief that attorneys shouldn’t have to choose between practicing at a high level and working in a supportive, collaborative environment.

We’ve worked intentionally to build a firm where people enjoy coming to work, innovation is embraced, excellence is expected, and talented people are given the resources and opportunities to build meaningful careers.

I’m proud of what we’ve built, and even more excited about where we’re going. If you’re looking for a place where your work matters, your ideas are valued, and there is genuine opportunity to grow alongside the firm, we’d love to meet you.

- Jaclyn Robertson

Founder & CEO, JR Law Group