Family Law Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; Cape Coral (FL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Orion Placement in Cape Coral, FL is seeking an attorney to take ownership of family law matters from strategy through resolution, with direct client interaction and hands-on case involvement.

This on-site role offers substantial litigation exposure, collaboration with experienced attorneys, and growth toward leadership, with monthly and annual bonus opportunities and a robust benefits package including health, dental, vision, PTO, and a 401(k) program.

Qualifications

• Active Florida Bar membership in good standing is required.
• Florida family law experience preferred.
• Trial or litigation experience in another practice area may be considered.
• Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines, and client expectations.
• High professional standards, sound judgment, and strong ethics.
• Ability to work full-time on-site in Cape Coral, Florida.

Responsibilities

• Manage family law matters while maintaining consistent communication with clients and case stakeholders.
• Assess cases, develop litigation strategy, and guide matters toward settlement or trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, legal memoranda, and court filings.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediations, depositions, and trials.
• Analyze financial records, income, expenses, and assets for settlement negotiations and litigation.
• Conduct legal research and remain current on Florida family law, local rules, and relevant court decisions.
• Manage complex and high-asset matters with strong organization and attention to detail.
• Partner closely with assigned paralegal support to move cases efficiently and effectively.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Oral communication

Case management

Job description

• Take ownership of meaningful family law matters from strategy through resolution.
• Build courtroom, mediation, negotiation, and trial experience while handling substantive cases.
• Work closely with experienced attorneys and dedicated paralegal support.
• Join a fast-paced, collaborative team where strong performance can lead to career, management, and partnership growth.
• Earn monthly and annual bonus opportunities in addition to competitive base compensation.
• Receive a strong benefits package including health, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k), and 401(k) matching.

Location: Cape Coral, FL. This is a fully on-site opportunity designed for attorneys who value close collaboration, direct client interaction, and hands‑on case involvement.

Note: An active Florida Bar license in good standing is required. Florida family law experience is preferred, and attorneys with strong litigation or trial experience in another practice area are also encouraged to apply.

About Us

We are a focused Southwest Florida family law practice committed to providing strong, strategic representation in divorce and domestic relations matters. Our team handles challenging cases involving parenting plans, child support, alimony, paternity, property division, and complex financial issues. We combine experienced advocacy with a collaborative approach that gives attorneys meaningful responsibility and room to grow. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage family law matters while maintaining consistent communication with clients and case stakeholders.
• Assess cases, develop litigation strategy, and guide matters toward settlement or trial.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, legal memoranda, and court filings.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediations, depositions, and trials.
• Analyze financial records, income, expenses, and assets for settlement negotiations and litigation.
• Conduct legal research and remain current on Florida family law, local rules, and relevant court decisions.
• Manage complex and high-asset matters with strong organization and attention to detail.
• Partner closely with assigned paralegal support to move cases efficiently and effectively.

Qualifications

• Active Florida Bar membership in good standing required.
• Florida family law experience preferred.
• Trial or litigation experience in another practice area may also be considered.
• Strong legal writing, research, analytical, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple matters, deadlines, and client expectations.
• High professional standards, sound judgment, and strong ethics.
• Ability to work full-time on-site in Cape Coral, Florida.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the opportunity to develop meaningful litigation experience, take real ownership of cases, and work alongside a supportive legal team. We offer career growth and leadership potential, monthly and annual bonus opportunities, PTO, health, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) with matching, and a competitive base salary of $100,000 to $175,000 depending on experience.