Family Law Attorney - Complex Divorces & Hybrid Flex

Orion Placement; Fulton (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Vision insurance

Job summary

Orion Placement, on behalf of a Maryland family law practice, seeks an attorney based in Fulton, MD, on-site with potential hybrid after initial period. You will handle sophisticated family law matters including divorce, custody, and support, working directly with clients.

The role requires a JD, Maryland Bar, and 2+ years of relevant experience. You will draft pleadings, participate in hearings, and negotiate settlements while maintaining discreet, compassionate client service.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of directly relevant family law experience.
• JD from an accredited law school.
• Active Maryland Bar membership and good standing.
• Strong knowledge of divorce, custody, support, and related Maryland family law matters.
• Excellent legal writing, research, negotiation, and client communication skills.
• Litigation and courtroom experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, protective order, and related family law matters
• Counsel clients through complex and sensitive domestic disputes while developing practical case strategies
• Draft pleadings, motions, agreements, discovery, correspondence, and other substantive legal documents
• Prepare for and participate in hearings, mediations, negotiations, depositions, and court proceedings
• Analyze financial, custody, property division, and other issues affecting family law cases
• Negotiate settlements while remaining prepared to advocate effectively in contested matters
• Communicate directly with clients and maintain strong relationships throughout the lifecycle of each matter
• Collaborate with attorneys and support staff to move cases efficiently toward resolution

Job description

Orion Placement, on behalf of a Maryland family law practice, seeks an attorney based in Fulton, MD, on-site with potential hybrid after initial period. You will handle sophisticated family law matters including divorce, custody, and support, working directly with clients.

The role requires a JD, Maryland Bar, and 2+ years of relevant experience. You will draft pleadings, participate in hearings, and negotiate settlements while maintaining discreet, compassionate client service.