Managing Attorney

Modern Family Law; California (MO); Hybrid; USD 240,000 - 321,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Short/Long-term disability

Training & development

Work from Anywhere

Job summary

Modern Family Law in Petaluma, CA seeks a driven Managing Attorney to lead the Petaluma office, manage operations, and mentor a team of family law professionals. The role offers a hybrid work model with a $25,000 signing bonus and relocation package, plus broad benefits and client-facing responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.

California bar admission required, strong writing and advocacy essential. Remote-first setting with brick-and-mortar space as needed, low billable hours, and direct

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of dedicated Family Law experience.
• Must live within commuting distance to Petaluma, CA.
• Proven mentoring and team leadership abilities.
• Excellent writing and communication skills.
• Strong client counseling, case prep, and courtroom skills.
• Active California State Bar admission.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the Petaluma office.
• Lead, mentor, and develop legal staff.
• Collaborate with HR on recruitment and policy compliance.
• Coordinate with leaders for cross-departmental support.
• Conduct client consultations and provide legal advice on family law matters.
• Represent clients in court, prepare documents, and negotiate settlements.

Skills

Family law experience

Mentoring/leadership

Written and verbal communication

Case management

Client counseling

Education

Active California Bar admission

Job description

$25,000 Signing Bonus/Relocation Package | Real Client Impact Modern Family Law is growing, and we are looking for talented attorneys to join our team!

We are currently offering a $25,000 signing bonus and relocation package.

Modern Family Law, a rapidly expanding national law firm specializing in Family Law, is seeking adriven, compassionate, and experienced ManagingAttorneyto join our talented team in Petaluma, CA. This role is hybrid, and the Managing Attorney must live within driving distance of our office in Petaluma, CA.

We are seeking a Managing Attorney to oversee the day-to-day operations in our Petaluma office while handling diverse family law cases and making a meaningful impact on our clients' lives. This position is critical in ensuring the productivity and profitability of the office by balancing legal expertise, team mentorship, and operational management. This is a fantastic opportunity to lead a dedicated team in an exciting, fast-paced environment.

Unlike other law firms, Modern Family Law offers you the following opportunities:

• Remote First Setting with Brick & Mortar Space Available (in-person as required by courts & clients).
• Low billable hours requirement (90 per month).
• Direct client contact.
• Competitive compensation and a wide array of benefits.
• Learning and development support, including onsite and in-person.
• Work from Anywhere - eligible after 6 months.

To be successful in this role, the Managing Attorney will:

• Oversee daily operations, productivity, and profitability of the Petaluma office.
• Lead, mentor, and develop legal staff through training, motivation, and support.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and HR on recruitment and policy compliance.
• Coordinate with other leaders to ensure cross-departmental support.
• Conduct client consultations and provide legal advice on family law matters.
• Represent clients in court, prepare legal documents, and negotiate settlements.

ADA Compliance:

All candidates and incumbents are expected to perform the duties as assigned so long as they can meet the expectations set forth, with or without reasonable accommodations. Should a candidate or incumbent require accommodation, they need to advise the Director of People & Culture in advance.

Compensation:

The pay range for this position in this location is $240,000 - $321,300. Additionally, We are currently offering a $25,000 signing bonus and relocation package. The structure presented is a reliable estimate of the base salary plus potential commissions based on billable hours and collections that this individual is expected to receive. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, billable hour expectations, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Full-time employees are eligible for health insurance with an optional Health Savings Account (HSA), short-term disability, long-term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k) Retirement Plan, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.

Additional voluntary programs include voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance, and pet insurance. Commuter and transit benefit programs may also be available in certain markets.

Requirements

• Five (5) or more yearsof devoted Family Law experience preferred.
• Must be within commuting distance to our Petaluma, CA office
• Skilled in mentoring and leading a team, while fostering collaboration.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a client-focused mindset.
• Proficient in client counseling, case prep, case management, and courtroom representation.
• Clear and effective verbal and written legal communication.
• Able to manage multiple priorities efficiently.
• Committed to delivering excellent client service.
• Active admission to the California State Bar

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work from Anywhere -- eligible after 6 months