Family Law Associate

Love Freedom Solution; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished multi-service law firm is seeking a mid-level Family Law Associate to join its Family Law group in California. The ideal candidate will have over 4 years of legal experience and a demonstrated interest in family law. Responsibilities include representing clients in complex family law cases, drafting legal documents, and conducting settlement negotiations. The firm offers an annual salary range of $175,000 to $245,000, reflecting qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of legal experience with a focus on Family Law.
• Ability to handle client matters independently and effectively.
• Proven collaborative skills with attorneys and experts.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all aspects of family law cases.
• Draft pleadings and discovery requests with attention to detail.
• Engage in settlement negotiations, hearings, and trials.

Skills

Client representation

Legal writing

Settlement negotiation

Collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school

Active membership in the State Bar of California

Job description

A distinguished multi-service law firm, headquartered in downtown San Jose, is seeking a mid-level Family Law Associate to join our Family Law group. The ideal candidate will have 4+ years of experience practicing law in a private firm setting and a demonstrated interest in providing advice and counsel to clients with a broad spectrum of family law issues. Successful candidates will have experience representing clients before judicial officers and in mediations, drafting discovery, drafting pleadings, preparing financial disclosures, working with experts, and conducting settlement negotiations. This person will collaborate with others in the family law group to achieve the best possible results for our clients.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school
• Active membership in the State Bar of California
• 4+ years of legal experience and a demonstrated interest in Family Law
• Demonstrated ability to handle client matters independently and effectively
• Proven ability to collaborate with other attorneys and experts to identify legal issues and plan case strategies
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, especially in court settings

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all aspects of family law cases, including complex financial issues, custody, and domestic violence.
• Draft pleadings, discovery requests, and other legal documents with precision and attention to detail
• Prepare for and engage in settlement negotiations, hearings, and trials to achieve favorable outcomes for clients
• Collaborate closely with colleagues in our family law group to deliver the best results
• Participate in ongoing professional development and community engagement

Compensation and Benefits

The annual base salary for this position ranges from $175,000 to $245,000. This range reflects the firm’s good faith estimate of potential compensation, which may vary based on experience, qualifications, and skill set.