Family Associate Attorney

Rippling, Inc.; Miami (FL); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Discretionary year-end bonus

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm in Coral Gables, FL is seeking a Florida-licensed Family Law Attorney to join our growing legal team. This hybrid position requires independence in managing cases, arguing in court, negotiating resolutions, and guiding clients through emotional matters.

The ideal candidate will handle both contested and uncontested matters from strategy through resolution, collaborate with paralegals and experts, and maintain clear communication with clients while upholding

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited U.S. law school and active Florida Bar in good standing.
• Active Florida license in good standing and 3+ years of family law experience.
• Experience handling both contested and uncontested matters with courtroom exposure.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in a broad range of family law matters, including divorce, timesharing, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, and related proceedings.
• Manage contested and uncontested cases from inception through resolution.
• Appear at court hearings, mediations, depositions, conferences, evidentiary hearings, and trials as required.
• Draft clear, accurate, and persuasive pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement agreements.
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients regarding case status, deadlines, and strategy.
• Collaborate closely with paralegals, attorneys, and support staff to ensure efficient progress and high-quality work.
• Ensure compliance with Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure and e-filing requirements.

Skills

Negotiation

Advocacy

Communication

Client service

Legal writing

Courtroom experience

Spanish

Education

J.D. degree

Florida Bar license

Tools

Case management systems

E-filing platforms

Job description

At The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm, we help individuals and families navigate some of life’s most complex legal matters with compassion, integrity, and excellence.

Our firm provides legal services in family law, probate, estate planning, and guardianship, with a strong focus on personalized attention, clear communication, and building lasting relationships with the people we serve. Our diverse, multilingual team serves clients in English, Spanish, and Arabic, helping us provide accessible and culturally responsive support to families throughout Florida.

We believe exceptional client service starts with an exceptional team. We value professionals who take pride in their work, communicate effectively, continue to learn and grow, and genuinely care about the people they work with and serve.

As we continue to grow, we are committed to creating a professional, collaborative environment where team members can develop their skills, contribute meaningful work, and play an important role in delivering the high standard of service our clients deserve.

Family Law Attorney

The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm
Location: Coral Gables, FL | Hybrid

Overview

The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm is seeking an experienced Florida-licensed Family Law Attorney to join our growing legal team. This position is ideal for an attorney with meaningful family law litigation experience who is comfortable independently managing cases, appearing in court, negotiating resolutions, and guiding clients through complex and often highly emotional legal matters.

The Family Law Attorney will manage both contested and uncontested matters from initial strategy through resolution, working closely with clients, paralegals, senior attorneys, experts, and other professionals. The ideal candidate is a confident advocate, strong legal writer, skilled negotiator, and highly organized case manager who can successfully handle a fast-paced litigation caseload.

This is a hybrid position based out of our Coral Gables office, with periodic in-office attendance and travel for hearings, mediations, depositions, and other case-related matters as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in a broad range of family law matters, including divorce, timesharing, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, and related proceedings.
• Manage contested and uncontested cases from inception through resolution.
• Represent clients at court hearings, mediations, depositions, conferences, evidentiary hearings, and trials as required.
• Conduct comprehensive client assessments, analyze relevant facts and law, and develop litigation and settlement strategies aligned with client objectives.
• Draft clear, accurate, and persuasive pleadings, motions, discovery, marital settlement agreements, judgments, proposed orders, and other legal documents.
• Manage discovery, motion practice, evidentiary issues, settlement negotiations, and trial preparation.
• Handle the equitable distribution of marital assets, including real estate, business interests, retirement accounts, and other complex assets.
• Work with financial professionals, valuation experts, and other outside professionals when appropriate.
• Advise clients regarding marital property matters and draft prenuptial, postnuptial, and related agreements in accordance with Florida law.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies that anticipate litigation risks, evidentiary requirements, and potential settlement opportunities.
• Negotiate effectively with opposing counsel while advocating for clients' interests and working toward efficient and appropriate resolutions.
• Maintain consistent and professional communication with clients regarding case status, deadlines, strategy, expectations, and next steps.
• Collaborate closely with paralegals, attorneys, and support staff to ensure matters progress efficiently and work product meets firm standards.
• Maintain accurate and organized client files and ensure deadlines, filings, and case requirements are properly managed.
• Ensure compliance with the Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, applicable local rules, and e-filing and e-service requirements.
• Independently manage a high-volume caseload while maintaining strong attention to detail, responsiveness, and client service.

Qualifications & Experience

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Active license to practice law in the State of Florida and in good standing.
• 3+ years of family law experience , with meaningful experience handling Florida family law litigation.
• Experience managing both contested and uncontested family law matters.
• Demonstrated courtroom experience, including hearings, mediations, and evidentiary proceedings.
• Strong understanding of Florida family law and the Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure.
• Experience with equitable distribution and real-estate issues that intersect with family law.
• Strong legal research, analysis, and writing skills.
• Excellent drafting skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Strong negotiation, advocacy, communication, and client-service skills.
• Ability to remain professional and composed when handling highly emotional or high-conflict matters.
• Ability to independently manage a substantial caseload, competing priorities, court requirements, and deadlines.
• Experience working with legal case-management systems and electronic filing/service platforms is preferred.
• Spanish proficiency is a plus.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for an attorney who takes ownership of their cases and combines strong litigation skills with excellent client service. Family law clients often come to us during some of the most difficult periods of their lives, and we value attorneys who can provide clear guidance, set realistic expectations, and advocate effectively while maintaining professionalism and sound judgment.

The successful candidate will be comfortable making strategic decisions, appearing in court, negotiating with opposing counsel, managing complex financial and family issues, and collaborating with a team to move cases toward resolution.

Compensation

$100,000–$150,000 annually , based on experience and qualifications.

In addition to base compensation, this position includes:

• Signing bonus
• Discretionary year-end bonus
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Work Location

Join The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm and help clients navigate complex family law matters with knowledgeable, strategic, responsive, and compassionate legal representation.

The pay range for this role is:

100,000 - 150,000 USD per year (Remote (Coral Gables, FL, US))