Family Law Attorney

Orion Placement; West Linn (OR); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orionplacement is seeking an experienced family law attorney based in West Linn, Oregon, to manage matters from intake to trial with direct client contact. The role supports hybrid and remote arrangements, offering meaningful case ownership and collaboration within a supportive team.

The position provides a salary range of $100,000 to $120,000 per year, plus a lucrative profit sharing structure that rewards effective courtroom advocacy and client service.

Qualifications

• Active Oregon Bar admission and good standing.
• 1+ years of family law practice experience.
• Experience handling contested family law matters.
• Strong legal writing, negotiation, advocacy, and client communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage cases and competing deadlines.
• Attorneys from traditional firms, solo practices, and in house backgrounds are welcome.

Responsibilities

• Manage family law matters from initial consultation through negotiation, mediation, hearing, settlement, or trial.
• Represent clients in divorce, child custody, child support, parenting time, property division, and other domestic relations matters.
• Handle contested proceedings, court appearances, hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Maintain direct client relationships and provide clear, practical counsel throughout each matter.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, agreements, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Develop case strategy, manage deadlines, and move matters efficiently toward resolution.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support professionals while maintaining meaningful autonomy over your caseload.

Skills

Legal writing

Negotiation

Advocacy

Client communication

Education

Oregon Bar admission

Job description

Pay: $100,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Take ownership of meaningful family law matters while helping clients navigate some of the most important transitions in their lives.
• Handle contested cases, hearings, mediations, negotiations, and direct client relationships rather than being limited to behind the scenes work.
• Join a collaborative Oregon legal team that values strong advocacy, sound judgment, compassion, and practical solutions for clients.
• Bring experience from a law firm, solo practice, or in house environment. We care most about your ability to handle family law matters effectively.
• Grow your practice and earning potential through a lucrative profit sharing structure.
• Experienced attorneys are encouraged to apply. We are open to candidates well beyond the minimum experience level.

Location

This position is based in West Linn, Oregon, with hybrid and remote flexibility available. We are open to discussing the right arrangement with experienced attorneys who can effectively manage their cases and clients.

Note

Candidates must be admitted to practice law in Oregon and have 1+ years of experience practicing family law. Direct experience with contested family law matters is strongly valued.

About Us

We are an Oregon based legal practice dedicated to helping individuals and families navigate significant legal and personal transitions. Our team provides thoughtful, client centered representation across family law and related legal matters, combining strong advocacy with practical guidance and compassionate service. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage family law matters from initial consultation through negotiation, mediation, hearing, settlement, or trial.
• Represent clients in divorce, child custody, child support, parenting time, property division, and other domestic relations matters.
• Handle contested proceedings, court appearances, hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations.
• Maintain direct client relationships and provide clear, practical counsel throughout each matter.
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, agreements, correspondence, and other legal documents.
• Develop case strategy, manage deadlines, and move matters efficiently toward resolution.
• Collaborate with attorneys and support professionals while maintaining meaningful autonomy over your caseload.

Qualifications

• Active Oregon Bar admission and good standing.
• 1+ years of family law practice experience.
• Experience handling contested family law matters.
• Strong legal writing, negotiation, advocacy, and client communication skills.
• Ability to independently manage cases and competing deadlines.
• Attorneys from traditional firms, solo practices, and in house backgrounds are welcome.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Hybrid and remote flexibility.
• Meaningful client contact and ownership of your matters.
• Opportunity to handle sophisticated and contested family law cases.
• A supportive team environment with room for experienced attorneys to contribute, grow, and increase their earning potential.

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Benefits:

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