Job Description
Job Description
Our law firm is seeking a family attorney who can assist our clients in navigating the sensitive legal issues of family law, including child custody, child abuse, and domestic violence. Jobseekers should be equally familiar with prenuptial agreements, divorce, alimony, child support, and real estate, and be able to effectively engage in oral debate and negotiation even in highly stressful and emotional situations. If you are driven by an opportunity to help people during one of the toughest times in their lives and have a proven track record of success, apply now.
Compensation:
$100,000+ DOE
Responsibilities:
- Create legal documents such as pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgements and orders for a high volume of cases
- Handle the division of marital assets, including real estate, during divorce proceedings as needed
- Attend court proceedings as needed to represent clients
- Maintain client files to ensure they are properly organized and up to date
- Advocate on behalf of clients by understanding their needs, effectively analyzing the situation and forming a strategy for a plan of action
Qualifications:
- 4-year degree with a legal background and J.D. degree are necessary for this position
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, especially in highly stressful and emotional situations
- Prior work or studies in criminal justice preferred
- Strong knowledge base of representing plaintiffs and defendants
- Experience at a legal firm working on family law and real estate issues (determining marital property) for at least 1-2 years is required
About Company
Modern Law is a launchpad for ambitious family law professionals. We provide exceptional training, mentorship, and resources so you can grow fast and build confidence in your craft. You’ll join a collaborative, supportive team with the autonomy to run your practice your way—no micromanaging, just real trust.
We have more high-quality work than you can handle, so you can focus on advocacy, not client hunting. And our flexible billable requirements adapt to your goals—whether you want to maximize income or maintain balance, we’ll back your definition of success.
Here, you bring the drive. We provide the rocket fuel.