Family Law - Senior Associate Attorney

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical insurance (HMO/PPO)

Dental insurance

Vision coverage

Wellness incentives

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Unlimited Time Off

12 paid holidays

401(k)

Job summary

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara LLP, a respected mid-sized law firm in Newport Beach, CA, seeks a Family Law Associate with 5+ years of litigation experience. The role focuses on complex matters, depositions, motions, mediations, and client-facing work.

The successful candidate will handle a caseload independently, collaborate with colleagues, and hold a JD with admission to the California State Bar. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience handling family law litigation.
• Experience preparing for, taking, and defending depositions; briefing and arguing discovery and dispositive motions; mediations; interfacing with clients and opposing counsel. Trial experience preferred.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently, while collaborating with team members.
• J.D. from an accredited law school; active California State Bar membership.

Responsibilities

• Handle family law litigation matters for clients.
• Prepare for and conduct depositions; manage discovery and dispositive motions; participate in mediations.
• Draft briefs and pleadings addressing sophisticated family law issues.
• Manage caseload independently and collaborate with the team; supervise junior staff if needed.

Skills

Family law litigation

Deposition experience

Briefs & pleadings

Caseload management

Client interfacing

Team collaboration

Supervisory experience

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

California Bar admission

Job description

Are you an ambitious and skilled Family Law Associate Attorney seeking an exciting new opportunity to make a significant impact in the legal field? Look no further! Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara LLP is a reputable and forward-thinking mid-sized law firm headquartered in Newport Beach, California, recognized for its sixth consecutive year as a Best Law Firm® by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Lawyers®. Our award winning Family Law team is proud to be recognized annually as one of the Best Firms for Family Law by U.S. News & World Report including several partners and associates honored as Best Lawyers in America.

If you are ready to take your family law practice to the next level.

• 5+ years of experience as an attorney handling family law litigation matters.
• Experience preparing for, taking, and defending depositions; briefing and arguing discovery and dispositive motions; attending mediations; and interfacing with clients and opposing counsel. Trial experience is preferred.
• Demonstrated expertise in analyzing, researching, and drafting briefs and other pleadings addressing sophisticated legal issues in complex family law matters, preferably for high-net worth clients.
• Ability to manage a caseload independently, while also collaborating with team members.
• Managerial or supervisory experience is a plus.
• Client-focused mindset and a passion for achieving successful outcomes.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
• Current admission to the California State Bar is required.

Our firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Competitive compensation + performance-based bonus plan
• Generous medical insurance (HMO/PPO) – employer-paid premium up to 95% + employer funded HRA (for PPO plans)
• Dental insurance – employer-paid premium up to 100%
• Vision coverage
• Wellness incentives, including fitness discounts and rewards program
• Life insurance
• Pet insurance
• Unlimited Time Off program
• 12 paid holidays
• 401(k)

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment that promotes career development and a healthy work-life balance.

About Us:

At Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara (BWB&O), we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, innovation, and unwavering dedication to our clients. With 200 attorneys across nine offices in four states, and a strong foothold in the legal community, we have built a solid reputation for delivering exceptional legal services across various practice areas. Learn more at https://bremerwhyte.com/

Equal Opportunity Statement:

BWB&O is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.

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The expected base salary range is $150,000-$200,000, however actual compensation will be determined based on experience.