Managing Attorney

Modern Family Law; McLean (VA); Hybrid; USD 190,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Disability Insurance

Training & Development

Work from Anywhere

Job summary

Modern Family Law, a rapidly expanding national law firm specializing in Family Law, seeks an experienced Managing Attorney to lead our McLean, VA office. This hybrid role requires living within driving distance to the office and focuses on leadership and staff development.

We offer a $25,000 signing bonus and relocation package, competitive compensation, and a comprehensive benefits plan including health, retirement, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of devoted Family Law experience preferred.
• Must be within commuting distance to our McLean, VA office
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations, productivity, and profitability of the McLean, VA 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.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Client counseling

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bar admission to the Virginia State Bar

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 an experienced Managing Attorneyto join our talented team in McLean, VA. This role is hybrid, and the Managing Attorney must live within driving distance of our office in McLean, VA.

Modern Family Law offers you the following opportunities:

• Remote First Setting with Brick & Mortar Space Available (in-person as required by courts & clients).
• no billable hourly requirements allowing our Managing Attorney to focus on leadership and development of the staff.
• 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 McLean, VA 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.

Mandatory Notices for Applicants

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 $190,000 - $250,000. 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 McLean, VA 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 Virginia State Bar.

Benefits

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