Senior Family Law Associate

Jobot; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 200,000 - 275,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking an experienced Family Law Attorney in California for a senior role. The candidate must hold a JD from an accredited law school, be admitted to the California bar, and have at least six years of experience handling high net worth divorces, custody matters, and related agreements.

The ideal attorney will excel in negotiation, possess outstanding interpersonal and public speaking abilities, and demonstrate meticulous research and writing skills.

Qualifications

• JD from an accredited law school
• Minimum of 6 years of experience as a Family Law Attorney
• Licensed to practice law in the state of California
• Proven experience in high net worth divorces, annulments, child custody/support, prenuptial agreements, and adoption
• Exceptional negotiation skills and ability to resolve complex legal issues
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and public speaking skills
• Strong research and report writing skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• High degree of professionalism and respect for confidentiality
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and legal case management skills
• Proficient in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in family law matters such as divorces, custody, and support
• Negotiate settlements and advocate in court or mediation
• Prepare and file legal documents and manage case files
• Conduct legal research and draft memoranda and briefs

Skills

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Research

Report writing

Organization

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Juris Doctorate (JD)

California Bar License

Tools

Legal research software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Salary: $200,000 - $275,000 per year

A bit about us

Based in Los Angeles, California with three offices across Southern California (West LA, Pasadena, and Calabasas), we are a top‑ranked family law and estate planning firm with deep legal expertise and a strong regional reputation. Our core values are centered around our people and our clients. We believe that putting your employees first is not only the right thing to do, but it also gives us the competitive edge to ensure our clients have an excellent experience! Over the years our reputation for providing our people with the very best has caught the eye of some reputable clients who have chosen to use us as their primary firm! Some of these clients include: high‑net‑worth individuals, families navigating complex divorce and custody matters, and long‑standing professional referrals

Why join us

• Meaningful Work!
• Best in Class Firm!
• Competitive Compensation Package!
• Complete Benefits Package!
• Flexible Work Schedules!
• Accelerated Career Growth!
• Fun Company Activities!

Job Details

• Juris Doctorate from an accredited law school.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience as a Family Law Attorney.
• Must be licensed to practice law in the state.
• Proven experience in handling high net worth divorces, annulments, child custody/support, prenuptial agreements, and adoption.
• Exceptional negotiation skills and the ability to resolve complex legal issues.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and public speaking skills.
• Strong research and report writing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• High degree of professionalism and respect for confidentiality.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and legal case management skills.
• Proficient in legal research software and Microsoft Office Suite.

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