Family Law Associate Attorney

Orion Placement; Columbus (OH); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Bonuses and origination compensation

Competitive compensation based on经验

Job summary

Orion Placement in Columbus, OH, is seeking an experienced family law attorney to take ownership of cases from strategy through resolution. You will work on divorce, custody, support, property division, and related matters in a collaborative, client-centered environment.

The role offers a hybrid schedule with in-person collaboration and work-from-home flexibility, plus performance bonuses and opportunities for business origination. Ohio license and hands-on family law experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school is required.
• Active Ohio Bar license in good standing is required.
• 1+ year of direct family law experience preferred.
• Strong legal writing, negotiation, advocacy, and client communication skills expected.
• Ability to manage an active caseload and meet deadlines.
• Strong academic credentials and established law firm experience preferred.
• Experience with divorce, custody, support, and related domestic relations matters is highly preferred.
• Experience with high-asset divorce or complex property division is a plus.
• Regional domestic relations experience in Central Ohio/Franklin County is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage family law matters including divorce, custody, parenting time, child and spousal support, and related issues.
• Counsel clients with strategic guidance during complex and sensitive situations.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement documents, and other filings.
• Develop case strategy and manage matters from intake through resolution.
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediations, depositions, negotiations, and trials.
• Conduct discovery, analyze financial and factual issues, and prepare for settlement or litigation.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff to deliver high-quality representation.
• Maintain accurate case documentation, meet deadlines, and communicate with clients.

Skills

Strong legal writing

Negotiation

Client communication

Managing active caseload

Time management

High-asset divorce experience

Columbus/Ohio domestic relations

Business origination

Education

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Job description

• Join a respected, client-focused family law practice where you can take meaningful ownership of cases and make a direct impact on families navigating major life transitions.


• Work on substantive divorce, custody, support, property division, and other domestic relations matters from strategy through resolution.


• Enjoy a hybrid schedule that combines in-person collaboration with work-from-home flexibility.


• Earn performance-based bonuses with additional compensation opportunities for business origination.


• Work closely with experienced attorneys in a collaborative environment where strong legal judgment, initiative, and excellent client service are valued.


• Build your practice through direct client relationships, courtroom exposure, and increasingly complex family law matters.

Location

Columbus, OH. This is a full-time hybrid opportunity offering a mix of in-office collaboration and work-from-home flexibility.

Note

Candidates must be actively licensed to practice law in Ohio and hands-on family law experience is preferred. We are especially interested in attorneys with a strong academic background and experience within an established law firm who can transition quickly into an active family law practice.

About Us

We are a collaborative family law practice helping individuals and families navigate divorce, custody, support, and related domestic relations matters with clarity, strategy, and compassion. Our attorneys combine thoughtful negotiation with strong litigation advocacy based on what will best protect each client's interests. We value responsiveness, excellent legal work, direct communication, and practical solutions. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage family law matters involving divorce, dissolution, child custody, parenting time, child and spousal support, and related domestic relations issues.


• Counsel clients throughout their matters and provide clear, strategic guidance during complex and often sensitive situations.


• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement documents, and other legal filings.


• Develop case strategy and manage matters efficiently from intake through resolution.


• Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediations, depositions, negotiations, and trials.


• Conduct discovery, analyze financial and factual issues, and prepare cases for settlement or litigation.


• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to deliver responsive, high-quality representation.


• Maintain accurate case documentation, meet deadlines, and communicate consistently with clients.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.


• Active Ohio Bar license in good standing.


• 1+ year of direct family law experience preferred


• Strong legal writing, negotiation, advocacy, and client communication skills.


• Ability to manage an active caseload and competing deadlines.


• Strong academic credentials and established law firm experience preferred.


• Experience with divorce, custody, support, discovery, hearings, and contested domestic relations matters strongly preferred.


• Experience with high-asset divorce, complex property division, business or retirement assets, or high-conflict custody matters is a plus.


• Central Ohio and Franklin County domestic relations experience is a plus.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• You'll handle meaningful legal work and have direct responsibility for your clients and cases.


• You'll join a close-knit team that values collaboration, professionalism, and thoughtful advocacy.


• You'll have the opportunity to deepen your courtroom, negotiation, and family law experience.


• You'll receive competitive compensation based on experience, bonus opportunities, and additional compensation for business origination.


• You'll have room to grow your practice, develop professionally, and become an increasingly important part of the team.