Family Law Attorney

Orionplacement; Silver Spring (MD); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Vision insurance

Job summary

Confidential Employer in Silver Spring, MD is seeking a skilled Family Law Attorney to independently manage divorce, custody, and child support matters. You will represent clients in Maryland courts, develop litigation strategies, and negotiate favorable settlements.

Applicants must hold an active Maryland Bar license and have 2+ years of Maryland family law litigation experience. This role offers a hybrid schedule: three days in the office and two days remotely after 90 days, plus health

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Maryland family law litigation experience.
• Experience handling divorce, custody, and child support cases.
• Excellent communication, judgment, and client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage family law litigation cases including divorce, custody, and child support.
• Represent clients in Maryland courts, hearings, motions, negotiations, and related proceedings.
• Develop case strategies and advocate for clients throughout the process.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and other documents.
• Negotiate settlements and work toward favorable resolutions.
• Build trusted client relationships with clear guidance and responsive communication.
• Collaborate with the legal team to support firm growth.

Skills

Communication skills

Courtroom advocacy

Litigation

Negotiation

Legal drafting

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Maryland Bar admission

Job description

Pay: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take ownership of meaningful family law cases and make a lasting difference in the lives of individuals and families.
• Enjoy a hybrid schedule with three days in the office and two days working remotely after your first 90 days.
• Earn performance-based bonuses and enjoy opportunities to grow with an established practice.
• Do what you love: advocate for clients in court, develop litigation strategies, and negotiate meaningful resolutions.
• Work directly with clients and enjoy the independence to manage your own caseload.
• Receive valuable benefits, including health insurance, dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off.
• Join a collaborative, supportive team where your expertise, initiative, and contributions are valued.

Location

Silver Spring, MD 20910. Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid schedule with three days in the office and two days working from home after 90 days of employment. Our office offers convenient access to the greater Washington, DC, and Maryland area.

Note

Applicants must hold an active Maryland Bar license, have 2+ years of Maryland family law litigation experience involving divorce, child custody, and child support matters, and be eligible for admission to the DC Bar by waiver. Candidates must be able to reliably commute to our Silver Spring office.

About Us

Confidential Employer.

We are a dedicated family law practice passionate about guiding individuals and families through life's most important legal challenges. Our team combines compassionate client service with strong courtroom advocacy to deliver meaningful results. We believe in giving our attorneys the independence, resources, and support they need to thrive professionally while making a genuine difference.

Job Description

• Independently manage family law litigation cases involving divorce, child custody, child support, and related domestic relations matters.
• Represent clients in Maryland courts, including hearings, motions, negotiations, and other litigation proceedings.
• Develop effective case strategies and advocate confidently for clients throughout the legal process.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
• Negotiate settlements and work toward practical, favorable resolutions.
• Build trusted client relationships by providing clear legal guidance, personalized attention, and responsive communication.
• Collaborate with our legal team while contributing ideas and initiatives that support the continued growth of our practice.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) and active Maryland Bar admission.
• 2+ years of family law litigation experience in Maryland.
• Experience handling divorce, custody, and child support cases.
• Strong courtroom advocacy, litigation, negotiation, and legal drafting skills.
• Ability to independently manage a caseload and meet deadlines.
• Eligibility for admission to the Washington, DC Bar by waiver.
• Excellent communication skills, sound judgment, and a client-focused approach.

Why You Will Love Working Here

We believe great attorneys deserve meaningful work, professional independence, and a team that values their contributions. You'll have the opportunity to build strong client relationships, develop your litigation expertise, and help shape the future of our growing practice.

We offer a $125,000 to $150,000 annual base salary, performance-based bonus opportunities, health and dental insurance, a 401(k), and paid time off.

If you're a motivated Family Law Attorney who enjoys litigation, values client relationships, and wants to make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you!

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance