Family Law Litigation Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work-from-home

Health benefits

401(k) matching

CLE support

Team-oriented culture

Job summary

BCG Attorney Search in San Bernardino, CA is seeking a Family Law Litigation Associate Attorney to handle sophisticated family law matters, including high-asset divorces and contested custody disputes, alongside experienced attorneys and specialists. The role emphasizes strong legal writing and advocacy, collaboration with partners, and growth into a skilled courtroom advocate.

The ideal candidate will have a Juris Doctor and California Bar license, with litigation experience preferred but

Qualifications

• JD degree required.
• Licensed to practice in California.
• Strong legal writing, analytical and advocacy skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Family law experience preferred but not required for exceptional candidates.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, declarations, and other litigation documents.
• Appear in court and argue hearings.
• Conduct legal research and assist in developing litigation strategy.
• Participate in depositions, mediations, settlement conferences, and trial preparation.
• Work directly with clients from intake through all phases of litigation.
• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on complex family law matters.
• Manage increasing levels of responsibility as experience and skills develop.

Skills

Legal writing

Legal research

Client communication

Team collaboration

Advocacy skills

Attention to detail

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

California Bar License

Job description

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Family Law Litigation Associate Attorney in San Bernardino, CA. This role offers the opportunity to work on sophisticated family law cases, including high-asset divorces and contested custody disputes, alongside experienced attorneys and specialists.

Duties

• Draft pleadings, motions, declarations, and other litigation documents.


• Appear in court and argue hearings.


• Conduct legal research and assist in developing litigation strategy.


• Participate in depositions, mediations, settlement conferences, and trial preparation.


• Work directly with clients from intake through all phases of litigation.


• Collaborate with partners and senior attorneys on complex family law matters.


• Manage increasing levels of responsibility as experience and skills develop.

Requirements

• Litigation experience preferred; exceptional candidates with less experience considered.


• Licensed and in good standing with the California Bar.


• Strong legal writing, analytical, and advocacy skills.


• Exceptional attention to detail.


• Desire to become a highly skilled courtroom advocate.


• Strong work ethic, professionalism, and commitment to client service.


• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.


• Family law experience preferred but not required for exceptional candidates.

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) degree.

Certifications

California Bar License.

Skills

• Legal writing and research.


• Analytical and advocacy skills.


• Attention to detail.


• Client service and communication.


• Team collaboration.

Benefits

• Flexible work-from-home policy.


• Comprehensive health benefits.


• 401(k) matching.


• Paid continuing legal education support.


• A positive and team-oriented work environment.