Family Law Trial Attorney

Senior Trial Attorney - Family Law

Base pay range: $/yr - $/yr

Our client is a well-established family law practice dedicated exclusively to matrimonial and domestic relations matters. The firm handles a full spectrum of family law cases — from uncontested divorces and custody matters, to complex asset division and high‑stakes divorce litigation. The client values delivering personalized attention to each matter while maintaining the resources, experience, and trial‑level advocacy of a sophisticated family‑law practice.

This is an opportunity to join a respected family‑law practice where you’ll have autonomy, meaningful trial work, and the support of an experienced team invested in your long‑term success.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Family Law Attorney (Senior Associate / Contract Partner) to join a dynamic, high‑volume family law practice. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload (approximately 30–40 cases), handle trials (including contested divorce trials), and provide high‑quality, client‑focused representation in all areas of family law.

• Represent clients in all aspects of family law divorce, alimony, child custody, child support, division of assets, spousal support, prenuptial/postnuptial agreements, domestic violence and restraining orders, and related matters.
• Manage a busy caseload of approximately 30–40 cases — including both short‑term and long‑term matters.
• Prepare pleadings, motions, discovery, financial affidavits, and all relevant documentation.
• Conduct depositions, hearings, mediations, and trial preparation.
• Litigate contested divorce and family law trials in court; try cases to verdict when necessary.
• Counsel clients through emotionally complex and high‑stakes matters with empathy, discretion, and professionalism.
• Work collaboratively with support staff, paralegals, and other attorneys to ensure smooth case management and client service.
• Maintain timely communication with clients, opposing counsel, and the court.
• Manage file organization, deadlines, budgets, and case strategy independently.

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school and admission to the relevant state Bar.
• Minimum of 7 years of post‑bar experience practicing family law — with a substantial portion devoted to matrimonial, divorce, and family‑law litigation.
• Proven trial experience in contested divorce or family law matters (must have handled at least one divorce trial from start to finish).
• Strong ability to manage a heavy caseload (30–40 matters) while maintaining high standards of client service and legal acumen.
• Demonstrated experience handling high‑stakes family law cases, including complex asset division, spousal support, custody disputes, and related issues.
• Excellent legal research, writing, and oral advocacy skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills, emotional maturity, and ability to counsel clients through difficult and sensitive situations.
• Excellent time management, organizational ability, and capacity to work independently.
• Commitment to confidentiality, integrity, and professional ethics.

• Experience with high‑net‑worth or complex‑asset divorces.
• Experience with mediation, collaborative divorce, or alternative dispute resolution.
• Familiarity with domestic violence, restraining orders, and child‑custody/parenting time litigation.
• Experience supervising junior associates/paralegals or support staff.

• Competitive compensation ($100,000–$150,000, depending on experience and caseload).
• Opportunity to manage substantial caseload and develop trial‑level experience.
• Independence and autonomy to handle your own files and make strategic decisions.
• A dynamic, family‑law–only environment working with colleagues dedicated solely to divorce and domestic relations matters.
• Supportive infrastructure and experienced colleagues to collaborate with on complex cases.

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

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