Remote - Family Law Attorney

Orion Placement; Indianapolis (IN); À distance; USD 80 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Remote work flexibility

Meaningful client-facing work

Career growth and collaboration with领导

Résumé du poste

Orion Placement seeks a dedicated Family Law Associate to manage cases from intake through resolution, including divorce and child custody matters. This remote-based role requires availability for in-person hearings in Indianapolis, within approximately a 1-hour drive.

Ideal candidates hold a JD, active Indiana bar license, and at least 1 year of Indiana family law experience, with strong writing and advocacy. Relocation is not offered.

Qualifications

• Active Indiana State Bar admission in good standing.
• 1+ year of family law experience in Indiana.
• Indiana courtroom experience handling hearings, trials, or oral advocacy.
• Must live within approximately a 1-hour driving distance of Indianapolis.

Responsabilités

• Manage an active family law caseload from client intake and case evaluation through settlement, hearing, or trial.
• Represent clients in divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, adoption, guardianship, modification, prenup, and related matters.
• Work remotely while appearing in person for hearings, mediations, depositions, trials, and other court proceedings in Marion County and surrounding Indiana jurisdictions as required.
• Draft pleadings, motions, agreements, proposed orders, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Develop case strategies and negotiate settlements and parenting arrangements that protect client interests.
• Counsel clients through sensitive and often high-conflict matters with empathy, professionalism, and clear communication.
• Maintain organized and accurate case files, billing records, and client communications using MyCase.
• Collaborate remotely with firm leadership on case strategy, client service, and continued practice growth.

Connaissances

Courtroom advocacy

Client counseling

Negotiation

Legal research

Formation

Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

Outils

MyCase

Description du poste

• Take ownership of meaningful family law matters and make a direct impact for individuals and families navigating major life transitions.
• Build strong courtroom, negotiation, and client counseling experience while managing cases from strategy through resolution.
• Join a growing, collaborative practice where your judgment, ideas, and contributions are valued.
• Enjoy the flexibility of working remotely while remaining connected to a supportive Indianapolis-based legal team.
• Grow your career in an environment that welcomes developing attorneys as well as experienced senior associates.

Location: Indianapolis, IN. This is a remote-based opportunity for candidates who live within approximately a 1-hour driving distance of Indianapolis.
Attorneys will work primarily from home but must be available to attend court appearances, hearings, mediations, client meetings, and other in-person matters in Indianapolis and surrounding Indiana jurisdictions as required.
Relocation assistance is not available.

Note: Active Indiana State Bar admission in good standing, 1+ year of family law experience in an Indiana practice setting, and demonstrated Indiana courtroom experience are required. Candidates must live within approximately a 1-hour driving distance of Indianapolis.

About Us

We are a client-centered Indianapolis law practice committed to providing individuals and families with responsive, compassionate, and effective legal advocacy. Our team believes in personal attention, clear communication, and practical strategies that help clients move forward with confidence. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Manage an active family law caseload from client intake and case evaluation through settlement, hearing, or trial.
• Represent clients in divorce, child custody, child support, paternity, adoption, guardianship, modification, prenuptial agreement, and related family law matters.
• Work remotely while appearing in person for hearings, mediations, depositions, trials, and other court proceedings throughout Marion County and surrounding Indiana jurisdictions as required.
• Draft pleadings, motions, agreements, proposed orders, discovery, and other legal documents.
• Develop case strategies and negotiate settlements and parenting arrangements that protect client interests.
• Counsel clients through sensitive and often high-conflict matters with empathy, professionalism, and clear communication.
• Maintain organized and accurate case files, billing records, and client communications using MyCase.
• Collaborate remotely with firm leadership on case strategy, client service, and continued practice growth.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school.
• Active Indiana State Bar license in good standing.
• 1+ year of directly relevant family law experience in Indiana.
• Indiana courtroom experience handling hearings, trials, or oral advocacy.
• Must live within approximately a 1-hour driving distance of Indianapolis and be available for required in-person court proceedings and meetings.
• Strong legal research, drafting, negotiation, and analytical skills.
• Excellent client communication skills and a professional, empathetic approach.
• 3+ years of family law experience, Marion County court familiarity, high-conflict custody experience, complex divorce experience, MyCase knowledge, or Spanish proficiency are preferred.

Why You Will Love Working Here

• Remote work flexibility while maintaining a strong connection to the Indianapolis legal community.
• Meaningful client-facing work where you can see the impact of your advocacy.
• Substantial responsibility and ownership over your cases.
• Collaborative access to leadership for strategy and professional development.
• A growing practice that supports continued career advancement and welcomes senior associates.