Sr. Family Law Attorney

Gravis Law, PLLC; Tennessee; On-site; USD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision & life-ins

401(k) with company match

Signing bonus up to $25k

Job summary

Gravis Law is seeking an established Family Law Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join our Knoxville, Tennessee-area team. We offer autonomy with strong support in a collaborative environment and robust marketing to generate leads for you.

The role emphasizes growth, client development, and a competitive compensation structure, with opportunities to expand your practice and participate in firm branding and community outreach.

Qualifications

• Excellent writing and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent legal research skills.
• Juris Doctor degree from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Admission (or eligibility for reciprocal admission) to the bar in the state you intend to practice.
• 5+ years of experience as an attorney.

Responsibilities

• Mediation experience is highly preferred.
• Trial experience preferred but not required.
• Researching and analyzing the law on complex legal issues.
• Writing memorandums, briefs, letters, and other documents.
• Marketing your and the firm’s services to prospective clients.
• Performing discovery of various electronically stored data and hard copies of information in preparation for litigation.
• Communicating and advising clients.
• Managing a schedule to allow for consults and closure of consults to reach production/collection objectives.
• Closing consults within Gravis range of 30-50% depending on practice area.
• Ensure staff are fully utilized and productive.
• Actively engage in brand expansion through blogs, social media, board involvement, etc.
• Actively seek positive client feedback and reviews.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Excellent writing & interpersonal

Excellent legal research

5+ years of experience as attorney

Education

Juris Doctor degree (ABA-accredited)

Bar admission in practicing state or eligibility

Job description

Gravis Law is seeking an established Family Law Attorney with 5+ years of experience to join our growing and dynamic team in the Knoxville, Tennessee area. Our firm provides a collaborative environment where motivated attorneys can thrive with autonomy and strong support.

We’re looking for candidates who are self-directed and eager to grow their practice. Attorneys in this role receive approximately 60% of their work through Gravis’ robust marketing and lead generation. Successful attorneys in this role generate approximately 40% of their billable work through an established client base and independent referral network. We eagerly provide the support and tools to help you enhance your services for these clients while offering robust marketing and lead generation to supplement your practice. Attorneys who excel are engaged in business development and prioritize attending two business development or networking events per quarter while taking advantage of the firm’s resources and support. This commitment is designed to provide valuable opportunities for professional growth, enhance visibility in the community, and strengthen referral networks.

At Gravis Law, you’ll have opportunities to develop your practice while benefiting from work-life integration and a competitive, industry-unique compensation and incentive structure. Our firm is proud to be innovative, forward-thinking, and committed to making the law uncomplicated for both clients and attorneys.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Mediation experience is highly preferred.


• Trial experience preferred but not required.


• Researching and analyzing the law on complex legal issues.


• Writing memorandums, briefs, letters, and other documents.


• Marketing your and the firm’s services to prospective clients.


• Performing discovery of various electronically stored data and hard copies of information in preparation for litigation.


• Communicating and advising clients.


• Managing a schedule to allow for consults and closure of consults to sufficient reach production/collection objectives.


• Closing consults within Gravis range of 30-50% depending on practice area.


• Ensure support staff are fully utilized and productive.


• Actively engage in brand (personal and firm) expansion through blogs social media posts, board, and organization participation, etc.


• Actively seek positive comments from successful client engagements and positive star reviews.


• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

WHY WORK FOR GRAVIS

At Gravis Law, we create an environment where attorneys can thrive personally and professionally. Here’s why you should consider joining our team:

• Steady Client Opportunities: Advanced marketing and referrals provide a consistent flow of cases.


• Innovation & Growth: We invest in tools and technology to simplify legal processes and support your practice.


• Business Development Support: Expand your practice with access to resources, operational support, and lead generation.


• Work-Life Integration: We prioritize a balanced, supportive culture.


• Collaborative Team Environment: Join a team that values mentorship, knowledge-sharing, and teamwork.


• Competitive Compensation: Unique incentives reward both performance and collaboration.


• Career Growth: Opportunities for leadership roles and professional development.


• Community Impact: We actively give back through advocacy and education.

Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS*:

Excellent writing and interpersonal skills.

• Excellent legal research skills.


• Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited law school.


• Admission (or eligibility for reciprocal admission) to the bar in the state in which you intend to practice.


• 5+ years of experience as an attorney.

*Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be substituted.

ATTORNEY EMPLOYEE BENEFITS, COMPENSATION & BONUS PROGRAM:

Gravis Law offers a professional work environment, a competitive salary including bonuses, along with generous benefits which generally include:

Wage:

Potential base compensation is $125,000-$150,000 per year

Bonus Program:

The Attorney is expected to meet all Quarterly Collection Requirements. Additional information about the Quarterly Collection Requirement and the Attorney Bonus Program will be provided to the Attorney for review and signature.

• Insurance: Medical, dental, vision and life insurance


• Retirement: 401(k) plan with company matching

Other Compensation:

Signing Bonus- Up to $25k paid over first year of employment.Opportunity to cross train and grow within the organization.