Senior Family Attorney

Marshall & Taylor, PLLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Marshall & Taylor, PLLC in Charlotte, NC, seeks a senior family law attorney to lead sophisticated matters involving complex financial issues, custody disputes, and high-conflict litigation. The ideal candidate is a North Carolina-licensed attorney with substantial family law experience and a Board-Certified Specialist in Family Law, capable of mentoring others and shaping the Charlotte office's growth.

You will work with established colleagues, uphold high standards of client service, and help

Qualifications

• North Carolina-licensed attorney with substantial family law experience.
• Board-Certified Specialist in Family Law.
• Strong courtroom advocacy and negotiation skills.
• Ability to independently manage demanding cases.
• Leads and mentors other attorneys and staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead sophisticated family law matters involving complex financial issues, custody, and high-conflict litigation.
• Develop case strategies and advocate in court, mediation, and settlement negotiations.
• Help establish and maintain legal standards and client service expectations for the Charlotte office.
• Mentor and develop attorneys and legal support professionals as the practice grows.
• Collaborate with firm leadership to strengthen the practice, improve workflows, and deliver excellent client service.
• Build trusted relationships with clients and professional contacts to support the firm's growth.

Skills

Courtroom skills

Judgment under pressure

Client service

Leadership

Collaboration

Education

North Carolina license to practice law

Board-Certified Specialist in Family Law

Job description

Build Something Exceptional

Marshall & Taylor, PLLC is an established North Carolina family law firm dedicated exclusively to helping individuals and families navigate complex and often difficult transitions. We are expanding our presence in Charlotte and seeking an exceptional senior family law attorney to help shape the next chapter of our firm.

This is an opportunity for an accomplished attorney who wants more than another position at another law firm. We are looking for a respected family law litigator with outstanding judgment, strong courtroom skills, and the ability to earn the confidence of clients and colleagues. The successful candidate will play an important role in developing our Charlotte practice, maintaining exceptional legal standards, and helping build a high-performing team.

You will have the support of an established firm, experienced colleagues, and systems designed to support excellent legal work and client service. You will also have the opportunity to influence how the Charlotte office grows and develops.

The Opportunity

• Lead sophisticated family law matters involving complex financial issues, contested custody, and high-conflict litigation.

• Develop case strategies and advocate effectively in court, mediation, and settlement negotiations.

• Help establish and maintain the legal standards, client service expectations, and professional culture of the Charlotte office.

• Mentor and develop attorneys and legal support professionals as the practice grows.

• Work with firm leadership to strengthen the practice, improve workflows, and deliver consistently excellent client service.

• Build trusted relationships with clients and professional contacts while contributing to the long-term growth and reputation of the firm.

Who We Are Looking For

• A North Carolina-licensed attorney with substantial family law experience and a strong record of handling complex matters.

• A Board-Certified Specialist in Family Law, with exceptional judgment and demonstrated litigation ability.

• An accomplished courtroom advocate and negotiator who can independently manage demanding cases.

• A professional who communicates exceptionally well, earns trust, and exercises sound judgment under pressure.

• A natural leader who takes responsibility, develops others, and holds themselves and their team to high standards.

• An attorney who values collaboration, professionalism, integrity, and excellent client service.