Senior Attorney - Family Law

Hecht Family Law; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) plan with firm matching

Flexible vacation and PTO

Paid holidays

Ongoing professional development and training

Collaborative culture with team-building activities

Job summary

A family law firm in Alpharetta, Georgia is seeking a Senior Family Law Attorney to manage cases independently and advocate for clients in various settings. The ideal candidate will have an active Georgia license and proven expertise in Family Law. This role offers a competitive salary range of $150,000 to $250,000 and emphasizes professional development within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Communicate complex legal matters clearly to clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with various stakeholders.
• Efficiently track and manage billable hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage family law cases from intake to resolution.
• Implement strategic case plans based on legal research.
• Draft motions, pleadings, and supporting documents.
• Represent clients in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials.
• Maintain organized case files.
• Stay updated on Georgia family law developments.

Skills

Communication of complex legal matters

Building strong professional relationships

Management of billable hours

Expertise in Family Law

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Active license to practice law in Georgia

Job description

Overview

At Hecht Family Law, we understand the profound impact family law matters can have on our clients' lives. As a Senior Family Law Attorney, you'll guide individuals through challenging times with empathy and expertise. Our firm supports professional growth and work-life balance, offering a collaborative and dynamic environment where you can thrive. You will manage a full caseload independently while collaborating with a team of dedicated professionals who share a passion for compassionate and skilled advocacy. We offer a competitive compensation package with a base salary and performance-based bonuses, comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) plan with firm matching, flexible vacation and PTO, and paid holidays. Ongoing professional development, training, and mentorship are encouraged. We foster a collaborative culture with regular team-building activities and family-friendly events, ensuring you feel connected and valued as a member of our team.

Responsibilities

• Manage family law cases from intake to resolution, including divorce, custody, child support, and related matters, with strong courtroom advocacy skills
• Develop and implement strategic case plans based on thorough legal research and analysis
• Draft clear, persuasive motions, pleadings, and supporting documents at all stages of litigation
• Represent clients confidently in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials
• Maintain organized, accurate, and detailed case files throughout each matter
• Stay up to date on Georgia family law developments through ongoing research, CLEs, and professional development

Qualifications

• Communicate complex legal matters clearly and empathetically to clients with varying levels of understanding
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with clients, co-counsel, senior leadership, and support staff, while upholding the highest ethical standards
• Efficiently track and manage billable hours to meet client expectations and case requirements
• Demonstrate proven expertise in Family Law
• Maintain an active license to practice law in Georgia
• Exhibit excellent organizational, planning, and time management skills

Compensation

$150,000 - $250,000 yearly