Family Law Associate

Jobot; Ventura (CA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Base Salary

Competitive Bonus Package

Extremely Competitive Benefits Package

Accelerated Career Growth

Job summary

Jobot seeks a Family Law Attorney in Ventura, CA to join our distinguished mid‑size firm. This permanent role ranges from Mid‑level Associate to Senior Attorney, depending on experience, and focuses on managing divorce, custody, child support and related family matters from start to finish.

The ideal candidate will hold a JD, have three years of litigation experience (family law preferred), be licensed to practice in California, and bring strong research, writing and client‑communication skills

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in litigation. (family law prefered)
• A proven track record in handling divorce, custody, child support, and other related matters.
• Current license to practice law in the state.
• Exceptional litigation skills, with experience in representing clients in court proceedings, mediations, and negotiations.
• Strong legal research and writing skills, with the ability to draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documents.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide clients with clear, concise, and compassionate legal advice.
• High level of integrity and professionalism, with a commitment to upholding the highest standards of legal practice.
• Ability to manage a large caseload, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of family law matters, including divorce, custody, child support, visitation rights, domestic violence, and other related issues.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and negotiations, ensuring their rights and interests are effectively advocated for.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, including pleadings, motions, orders, and agreements.
• Conduct in-depth legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
• Provide clients with sound legal advice and guidance, ensuring they are fully informed about their rights, obligations, and options.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in family law, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel, maintaining a high level of professionalism at all times.

Skills

Litigation

Legal Research

Legal Writing

Communication

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Job Details

Family Law Attorney for Renown mid-size firm!

Salary: $130,000 - $210,000 per year.

A bit about us

A distinguished legal practice specializing in family law, we contribute extensive expertise spanning numerous decades to the field. Our notable achievements in divorce proceedings involving substantial assets are acknowledged throughout the industry. Benefiting from the influence of a legal entity renowned for its standing, our partners have the capability to profoundly influence the dynamics of a case, accomplishing outcomes that may initially appear exceedingly challenging.

Why join us

• Competitive Base Salary!
• Competitive Bonus Package!
• Extremely Competitive Benefits Package!
• Accelerated Career Growth!

Job Description

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Family Law Attorney to join our dynamic team. This is a permanent position, ranging from Mid level Associate to Senior Attorney, depending on your experience and expertise. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing family law cases from beginning to end. The role involves handling divorce, custody, child support, and other related family law matters. The candidate must be comfortable with high-stakes litigation and be able to navigate the complexities of family law with compassion and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Manage all aspects of family law matters, including divorce, custody, child support, visitation rights, domestic violence, and other related issues.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and negotiations, ensuring their rights and interests are effectively advocated for.
• Draft, review, and negotiate legal documents, including pleadings, motions, orders, and agreements.
• Conduct in-depth legal research to support case preparation and strategy development.
• Provide clients with sound legal advice and guidance, ensuring they are fully informed about their rights, obligations, and options.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in family law, ensuring compliance with all relevant laws and regulations.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues, clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel, maintaining a high level of professionalism at all times.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in litigation. (family law prefered)
• A proven track record in handling divorce, custody, child support, and other related matters.
• Current license to practice law in the state.
• Exceptional litigation skills, with experience in representing clients in court proceedings, mediations, and negotiations.
• Strong legal research and writing skills, with the ability to draft, review, and negotiate complex legal documents.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to provide clients with clear, concise, and compassionate legal advice.
• High level of integrity and professionalism, with a commitment to upholding the highest standards of legal practice.
• Ability to manage a large caseload, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work under pressure.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.

Background Check

Sometimes Jobot is required to perform background checks with your authorization. Jobot will consider qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with any applicable federal, state, or local law regarding criminal backgrounds, including but not limited to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.