Senior Associate Family Law Attorney

Company Description Bay Area Family Law Center, Inc. was founded to provide clients with detail-oriented, practical solutions to complex family law matters. Building on experience from Walnut Creek Family Law Center and the Law Offices of Ethan M. Weisinger, the firm is structured around a client-first perspective focused on support during difficult life transitions. The team prioritizes serving clients’ interests in divorce, custody, and related disputes while emphasizing affordability and active client participation.

The firm is committed to keeping clients informed, working collaboratively, and pursuing settlement whenever appropriate. Founder Ethan Weisinger has been recognized with the 2016 Client Satisfaction Award from the American Institute of Family Law Attorneys and a 2014 Top Attorneys Rising Stars in Northern California honor from San Francisco Magazine.

Role Description The Senior Associate Family Law Attorney will manage a caseload involving divorce, child custody, support, and other family law matters from initial consultation through resolution. Day-to-day responsibilities include client counseling, case strategy development, drafting pleadings and motions, conducting discovery, and appearing at hearings, settlement conferences, and mediations. The role involves negotiating settlements, preparing and responding to depositions, and collaborating with staff to ensure thorough file management and timely communication with clients.

The attorney will be expected to maintain high professional and ethical standards, contribute to firm process improvements, and support a client-centered approach to practice. This is a full-time hybrid role based in Benicia, CA, with a combination of in-office work and some work from home.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law and demonstrated expertise in Family Law, with experience handling a broad range of family law matters.
• Ability to analyze complex Legal Issues and develop clear, strategic solutions aligned with clients’ goals.
• Experience drafting and arguing Motions, including requests, responses, and related court filings in family law proceedings.
• Proficiency in preparing for and conducting Depositions, and in managing discovery effectively and efficiently.
• Active membership in the California Bar and in good standing.
• Several years of family law practice experience, preferably in a lead or senior associate capacity.
• Excellent written and verbal advocacy skills, including negotiation, litigation, and client communication.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines.
• Commitment to a client-focused, ethical practice, with sensitivity to clients experiencing significant stress and life changes.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid environment, collaborating with colleagues in the office and remotely.