Family Law Associate Attorney

Jobot; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision coverage

Short/long-term disability

401(k) with match

PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Family Law Associate Attorney for a boutique North Florida firm in Jacksonville. The role requires a Florida-licensed attorney with strong litigation and negotiation skills, capable of handling a diverse caseload and delivering excellent client service.

The ideal candidate has 1–5 years of family law experience, courtroom exposure in Florida, and proficiency with case management software. Competitive salary ($110,000–$125,000) and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Active membership in good standing with The Florida Bar.
• 1-5 years of family law experience (associate or senior level).
• Demonstrated courtroom experience in Florida circuit courts.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload with multiple deadlines.
• Proficiency with case management software (Clio, MyCase, or similar).

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all aspects of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, support, alimony, and related relief.
• Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, parenting plans, and orders.
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies in line with Florida statutes and case law.
• Appear in Florida circuit courts for hearings, mediations, depositions, and trials.
• Advise clients clearly on their rights and options.
• Collaborate with paralegals and staff to manage case files efficiently.
• Maintain compliance with Florida Bar rules and ethical standards.
• Meet billing and productivity targets set by firm management.

Skills

Litigation

Negotiation

Client communication

Time management

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from ABA-accredited law school

Active Florida Bar in good standing

Tools

Clio

MyCase

Job description

Family Law Associate Attorney for a specialty North Florida firm

This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sherwin Souzankari

Salary: $110,000 - $125,000 per year

A bit about us

We're a boutique family law firm that serves North Florida.

Why join us

• Manageable billable requirement (120/mo)
• Realistic caseload (35-40 per attorney)
• Great reputation

Job Details

Position Overview: We are seeking an experienced and motivated Family Law Attorney licensed to practice in the State of Florida. The ideal candidate is a confident litigator and skilled negotiator who can manage a diverse caseload while delivering exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all aspects of family law matters, including divorce, legal separation, child custody and visitation, child support, alimony, equitable distribution of marital assets, paternity, and domestic violence injunctions
• Draft, review, and file all necessary legal documents including pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, parenting plans, and court orders
• Conduct legal research and develop case strategies in accordance with Florida statutes and case law
• Appear in Florida circuit courts for hearings, mediations, depositions, and trials
• Advise clients on their rights and legal options in a clear, empathetic manner
• Collaborate with paralegals, legal assistants, and support staff to manage case files efficiently
• Maintain compliance with Florida Bar rules and ethical standards
• Meet billing and productivity targets as established by firm management

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school
• Active membership in good standing with The Florida Bar (required)
• 1-5 years of family law experience (associate or senior level depending on firm need)
• Demonstrated courtroom experience in Florida circuit courts
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage a high-volume caseload with multiple deadlines
• Proficiency with case management software (Clio, MyCase, or similar)

Preferred Qualifications

• Board certification in Marital and Family Law by The Florida Bar
• Experience with high-asset divorce or complex custody matters
• Familiarity with collaborative divorce or mediation processes
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus in many Florida markets

Compensation & Benefits

• 100% employee premium coverage for base health plan (~$6,000 annual value)
• Dental and vision coverage
• 100% firm-paid short and long-term disability premiums (includes maternity leave insurance)
• 401(k) with 3% safe harbor contribution after one year (retroactive to first year)
• 13 days PTO per year (up to 3 days rollover)
• 11 paid holidays including 3 days at Thanksgiving and Christmas

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.

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.