Senior Attorney

Modern Family Law; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)

Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)

Short Term & Long Term Disability

Work from Anywhere after 6 months

Job summary

A national law firm specializing in Family Law is seeking a qualified Family Law Senior Attorney for its new Savannah office. This hybrid role offers a competitive salary range of $90,000 to $180,000, a signing bonus, and comprehensive benefits. Candidates should have four or more years of Family Law experience and strong communication skills. This is a unique opportunity to shape the culture of the Savannah team while developing substantial litigation skills. Join a dynamic law firm committed to making a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• Four or more years of Family Law experience.
• Experience in Family Law preferred or open to litigation candidates.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a client-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of family law cases including divorce and custody.
• Communicate directly with clients and draft legal documents.
• Participate in depositions, court appearances, and mediations.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Skills

Family Law experience

Client communication

Drafting legal documents

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

Active admission to the Georgia State Bar

Job description

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!

Modern Family Law, a rapidly expanding national law firm specializing in Family Law, is seeking a hybrid Family Law Senior Attorney to help launch and grow our new Savannah office. While the physical office is not yet open, we’re eager to start building relationships with talented Georgia attorneys who are excited about being part of something new. This is a unique opportunity to join our Southeast expansion from the ground up and help shape the culture and success of our Savannah team.

Opportunities

• Remote First Setting with Brick & Mortar Space Available (in-person as required by courts & clients).
• Low billable hours requirement (120 per month).
• Direct client contact.
• The ability to truly develop substantive litigation skills early in your career.
• The satisfaction of meaningfully impacting people’s lives.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Cutting‑edge technology.
• Learning and development support, including onsite and in‑person.
• Work from Anywhere -- eligible after 6 months.

To be successful in this role, the Family Law Senior Associate Attorney will:

• Be adept at handling a variety of family law cases, such as divorce, custody, and child and spousal support.
• Be comfortable with direct client communications, drafting legal documents, and handling depositions, court appearances, and mediations.
• Thrive in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment while managing multiple responsibilities with attention to detail.
• Work collaboratively within a team‑oriented setting, ensuring collective success.

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

Salary: $90,000 - $180,000 annually. The range 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.

Qualifications

• Four (4) or more years of Family Law experience.
• Experience in Family Law preferred; open to litigation candidates interested in practicing Family Law.
• Active admission to the GeorgiaState Bar.
• Exceptional writing and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with a client‑focused mindset.

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 DisabilityTraining & Development
• Work from Anywhere -- eligible after 6 months