Senior Family Law Attorney – California

Law firm; California; On-site; USD 160,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

California Family Law Firm is seeking an experienced attorney to join its dedicated team in California. The candidate will handle a broad range of family law matters, including divorce, custody, child support, and property division, and will manage a caseload while building client relationships.

Responsibilities include representing clients at hearings, drafting pleadings and settlement agreements, conducting legal research, and coordinating with paralegals for efficient case management. A J.D.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an ABA-accredited law school.
• 5+ years of family law experience.
• Active California State Bar membership.
• Strong writing and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage own caseload and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all aspects of family law, including divorce and dissolution.
• Handle contested and uncontested custody and support matters.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements.
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies.
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Negotiate favorable settlements while protecting clients' interests.
• Manage cases from inception through resolution.
• Maintain regular client communication and provide strategic advice.
• Collaborate with paralegals and other professionals for effective case management.

Skills

Family law

Bar admission

Litigation

Client communication

Caseload management

Education

J.D. from accredited law school

Job description

California Family Law Firm is seeking an experienced attorney to join its dedicated team in California. The candidate will handle a broad range of family law matters, including divorce, custody, child support, and property division, and will manage a caseload while building client relationships.

Responsibilities include representing clients at hearings, drafting pleadings and settlement agreements, conducting legal research, and coordinating with paralegals for efficient case management. A J.D.