Family Law Attorney

Lerch, Early & Brewer; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 130,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

401(k)

Job summary

Lerch, Early & Brewer seeks a family law attorney in Bethesda, Maryland, with 3-6 years of experience. The ideal candidate will handle cases independently, develop evidence, manage trial preparation, and exhibit excellent writing and analytical skills. Maryland and DC Bar membership is required.

The role includes executing case strategies, managing high-asset cases, and supporting business development. The firm offers a competitive salary range of $130,000-$175,000 per year, along with comprehensive benefits like health insurance and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience in family law is required.
• Ability to handle cases independently and manage trial preparation.
• Experience in high-level/high-asset cases.

Responsibilities

• Executes case strategy independently and with senior attorneys.
• Manages high-level cases and maintains contact with individuals involved.
• Prepares materials for mediation and conducts legal research.

Skills

Excellent writing and analytical skills

Strong academic credentials

Independence

Team collaboration

Education

Maryland and DC Bar required

Job description

Lerch, Early & Brewer seeks a family law attorney with 3-6 years of experience to join our firm. This person is expected to handle cases with a high level of independence, as well as co-counsel cases with senior attorneys; manage day-to-day tasks, develop case information, evidence, and settlement options; handle motions and other hearings independently; manage trial preparation; and work with paralegals/legal assistants. Excellent writing and analytical skills, along with strong academic credentials, are required. Maryland and DC Bar required.

Primary Responsibilities

• Executes case strategy independently and/or with senior attorneys, paralegals, clients, and support staff.
• Manages high‑level/high‑asset cases by maintaining contact with people involved in the case; corresponds with opposing counsel.
• Proactively keeps clients informed by maintaining contact and communicating case progress.
• Supports case planning; prepares materials for mediation; prepares pleadings; conducts research and analysis of legal issues.
• Manages the discovery process, including reviewing and analyzing discovery responses, preparing requests, responses, pleadings, and correspondence related to discovery, and preparing for depositions.
• Is involved with trials and other court proceedings, working with support staff in organizing evidence, preparing exhibits, scheduling witnesses, and ensuring that witnesses are available and prepared when needed.
• Attends business development and networking functions.
• Works productively and collaboratively in a team environment.

In addition, candidates must demonstrate high professional standards, a commitment to outstanding client satisfaction, the ability to work well with others, and a strong work ethic.

Lerch Early offers excellent benefits, including health and dental insurance, paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and 401(k). The firm is conveniently located near the Bethesda Metro.

The salary range for this position is $130,000-$175,000 per year (based on experience), with potential for bonuses.

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion, and we hire attorneys and staff with a wide variety of backgrounds and capabilities.