Senior Family Law Attorney - Growth, Impact & Collaboration

Sodoma Law; Raleigh (NC, OH); On-site; USD 150,000 - 270,000; Full time

Job summary

Sodoma Law, a growing North Carolina family law firm, is seeking an experienced Attorney to join our Raleigh office as a lead family law practitioner. You will guide clients through hearings, negotiations, and mediations while expanding the firm’s presence in the Raleigh, Belmont, Monroe, and Lake Norman communities.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of family law experience, a current NC license, and a demonstrated ability to build a book of business, manage complex cases, and mentor junior

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the North Carolina license is a plus.
• 5+ years of family law experience preferred or demonstrated experience independently managing cases from intake through resolution as first-chair counsel.
• An established book of business is preferred but not required.
• Ability to understand Local Rules and how they apply to family law cases.
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage a client portfolio and maintain a high standard of client service.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to navigate high-stress, emotionally sensitive situations with professionalism, empathy, and compassion.
• Active involvement in the Raleigh, Belmont, Monroe, Lake Norman and surrounding communities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide competent legal advice to a book of family law clients in hearings, settlement negotiations, and mediations.
• Manage all phases of litigation, including discovery, depositions, hearing, mediations and trials.
• Draft, review, and file pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
• Maintain strong, compassionate, and professional client communication throughout the case lifecycle.
• Mentor junior attorneys, paralegals, and legal assistants.
• Uphold ethical standards and confidentiality in all client interactions.
• Engage in business development activities, including cultivating client relationships, networking, and contributing to the firm’s and individual growth initiatives.
• Collaborate with attorneys and staff across the firm to support client needs and contribute to the continued success of Sodoma Law.

Skills

Family law

Litigation

Client advocacy

Business development

Mentoring juniors

Education

Law degree (JD)

Active North Carolina license

Tools

Westlaw

LexisNexis

Job description

Sodoma Law, a growing North Carolina family law firm, is seeking an experienced Attorney to join our Raleigh office as a lead family law practitioner. You will guide clients through hearings, negotiations, and mediations while expanding the firm’s presence in the Raleigh, Belmont, Monroe, and Lake Norman communities.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of family law experience, a current NC license, and a demonstrated ability to build a book of business, manage complex cases, and mentor junior