Senior Family Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; Newport Beach (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A distinguished family law firm in Southern California seeks a Senior Associate Attorney for its litigation division. The role involves handling complex family law cases, providing mentorship, and ensuring high standards of legal representation. Ideal candidates will have a strong litigation background and a commitment to excellence.

Benefits

Bonus compensation opportunities

Unlimited work-from-home flexibility

Partnership track opportunities

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous vacation and paid sick leave

Life and disability insurance

In-house and external continuing legal education (CLE)

Mentorship from partners and Certified Family Law Specialists

Access to modern office facilities

Qualifications

• Several years of experience practicing family law.
• Strong background in litigation and client management.

Responsibilities

• Handle complex family law litigation matters from intake through trial.
• Develop case strategy and manage court filings.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior attorneys.

Skills

Advanced litigation

Legal research

Communication

Leadership

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.)

Tools

Legal technology platforms

Job description

Location
Newport Beach, CA, United States

Posted on
May 09, 2025

Valid Through
Jun 08, 2025

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Job Overview:
A distinguished family law firm in Southern California is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney to join its high-performing litigation division in Orange County. The firm is known for handling complex and high-asset family law cases, providing robust legal support and an empowering culture for attorneys. This position offers autonomy, access to specialized resources, and a collaborative team environment. Certified Family Law Specialists (CFLS) are preferred, though not required. This role is ideal for an attorney with a deep commitment to delivering excellence in family law representation.

Location:

Newport Beach, California

Duties:

Handle complex family law litigation matters from intake through trial or resolution

Develop case strategy, oversee discovery, and manage court filings

Collaborate with in-house discovery attorneys and forensic CPAs

Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences

Provide guidance and mentorship to junior attorneys as needed

Maintain high standards of legal writing, advocacy, and client service

Contribute to case evaluations, billing, and firmwide best practices

Participate in ongoing legal education and firm-sponsored training initiatives

Requirements:

Minimum of several years of experience practicing family law

Strong background in litigation and client management

Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills

Demonstrated ability to work autonomously and collaboratively in a team-based setting

Passion for advocacy and high-quality legal service

Education:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an ABA-accredited law school

Certifications:

Active California State Bar license in good standing

Certified Family Law Specialist (CFLS) preferred but not required

Skills:

Advanced litigation and courtroom skills

Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical abilities

Exceptional verbal and written communication

Proven leadership and mentoring capabilities

Proficiency with legal technology platforms and remote work tools

Ability to manage complex, high-asset family law cases efficiently

Bonus compensation opportunities

Unlimited work-from-home flexibility post-introductory period

Partnership track opportunities

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous vacation and paid sick leave

Life and disability insurance

In-house and external continuing legal education (CLE)

Mentorship from partners and Certified Family Law Specialists

Access to modern, state-of-the-art office facilities