Part-time Family Law Attorney

AppleOne; Orlando (FL); Remote; USD 131,000 - 186,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Flexible workload

Job summary

AppleOne Employment Services seeks a part-time Family Law Attorney to serve in an Of Counsel capacity for matters across Central Florida. This remote role provides flexible, supplemental case work without business development requirements, with autonomy and support from an established legal team.

The attorney will manage cases from start to finish, including hearings, mediations, client communications, and strategy, while receiving drafting, research, and document-review assistance from the firm.

Qualifications

• Licensed Florida attorney in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of legal experience required.
• Prior family law experience required.
• Part-time, Of Counsel with remote work arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage assigned family law cases from intake or assignment through resolution.
• Handle hearings, mediations, and other case-related proceedings.
• Communicate with clients regarding legal strategy, case updates, deadlines, and next steps.
• Manage case timelines, court deadlines, and client expectations in a timely and professional manner.
• Collaborate with internal support staff for legal research, drafting, document review, and preparation.
• Represent clients in family law matters throughout Central Florida.

Skills

Client communication

Time management

Organization

Remote work

Florida Bar licensed

Family law experience

Independent case management

Job description

Job Summary

A values-driven family law practice is seeking a Part-time Family Law Attorney to serve in an Of Counsel capacity for family law matters throughout Central Florida. This is a direct hire, 100% remote opportunity ideal for an experienced Florida attorney who wants flexible, supplemental case work without the responsibility of generating new business. This role offers meaningful client interaction, autonomy, and support from an established legal team. The attorney will independently manage assigned family law cases from start to finish, including hearings, mediations, client communication, and case strategy, while receiving behind-the-scenes assistance with drafting, research, document review, and case preparation. The work environment is faith-based, compassionate, and client-focused, with an emphasis on serving families with care, integrity, and professionalism. Attorneys who value flexibility, supportive leadership, and the ability to control their workload will find this opportunity especially attractive.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage assigned family law cases while maintaining direct client relationships.
• Personally handle hearings, mediations, and other case-related proceedings.
• Communicate with clients regarding legal strategy, case updates, deadlines, and next steps.
• Manage case timelines, court deadlines, and client expectations in a timely and professional manner.
• Collaborate with the firm's support team for legal research, drafting, document review, and case preparation.
• Represent clients in family law matters throughout Central Florida.

Compensation and Benefits

• Attorney billing rate: $115 per hour.
• Consultation fee: $80, with potential increase to $82 to $83 next year.
• Attorney compensation typically equals approximately 80% of billable time, with potential for a higher percentage in some circumstances.
• Travel reimbursement provided for in-person hearings.
• Part-time, Of Counsel opportunity with flexible workload.
• 100% remote work arrangement.
• No set schedule or required billable-hour minimums.
• Attorneys may accept as many cases as desired based on availability and capacity.
• Firm support provided for drafting, research, document review, and case preparation.
• Access to firm programs when handling a few cases.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Independently manage family law cases from intake or assignment through resolution.
• Handle hearings, mediations, client communication, and case strategy.
• Coordinate with internal support staff for legal research, drafting, document review, and preparation.
• Maintain fair, accurate, and appropriate client billing practices.
• Licensed Florida attorney in good standing.
• Minimum of 3 years of legal experience required.
• Prior family law experience required.
• Ability to independently manage cases without extensive training or supervision.
• Comfortable representing clients in hearings, mediations, and family law proceedings.
• Strong client communication, organization, and time-management skills.
• Professional judgment, self-sufficiency, and the ability to manage deadlines effectively.
• Must be comfortable working remotely and managing a flexible caseload.

Preferred Qualifications

• Spanish-speaking ability is strongly preferred.
• Additional language skills are welcome.
• Experience handling family law matters in Central Florida courts is preferred.
• Interest in working within a faith-based, compassionate, client-centered legal environment is preferred.

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