Family Lawyer

Our growing law firm is looking to hire a family attorney who is fiercely passionate about representing clients facing one of the most challenging times in their lives. Candidates should be adept at preparing necessary legal documents in connection with prenuptial agreements, initiating and finalizing divorces, alimony, child support/child custody, and real estate. Experience in handling legal issues such as child abuse, child custody, and domestic violence is also a must.

If you have a proven record of success both in and out of court, apply now!

$180,000 – $275,000+ DOE

• Communicate with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move through the civil litigation process
• Keep client files properly organized and up to date
• Prepare legal documents such as legal pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgments, and orders for a high volume of cases
• Advocate on behalf of clients by understanding their needs, effectively analyzing the situation and forming a strategy for a plan of action
• Manage the division of marital assets, including real estate, during divorce proceedings when needed
• Independently manage complex family law matters, including:
• High-asset divorce
• Custody and visitation disputes
• Alimony and child support
• Equitable distribution
• Serve as lead attorney on cases from intake through resolution
• Develop legal strategy and provide high-level counsel to clients
• Mentor and train associate attorneys on legal strategy, courtroom preparation, and client management
• Review pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements prepared by associates
• Appear in court as needed and provide guidance on litigation strategy
• Collaborate with firm leadership to improve processes and practice standards

• Experience at a legal firm working on family law and real estate issues (determining marital property) for at least 1-2 years is required
• Prior work or studies in criminal justice preferred
• Active membership with the ABA (American Bar Association)
• Bachelor’s degree with a legal background and J.D. degree are required
• Strong knowledge base of representing plaintiffs and defendants
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active license to practice law in North Carolina
• 8-10+ years of dedicated family law experience required
• Demonstrated ability to handle complex and emotionally charged cases with professionalism
• Applicants must have served as lead counsel on complex family law matters
• Proven leadership, mentorship, and training capabilities
• Strong courtroom presence, legal writing, and negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Serve as lead strategist on high-asset divorce cases
• Independently manage matters from intake through trial
• Train and mentor associate attorneys
• Review and approve associates’ work product
• This role is not suitable for entry-level or mid-level attorneys

• Leadership without the administrative burden of firm ownership
• Autonomy in case management and legal strategy
• Opportunity to shape and mentor the next generation of family law attorneys
• Competitive compensation aligned with experience and results
• Stable, respected firm with a strong client base

We are a growing and top-rated family law firm offering clients the highest quality of legal services. Some of the benefits we offer to our full-time employees include:

• Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities
• Group Health Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan
• Supportive staff and systems that allow attorneys to focus on practicing law
• Paid professional development (courses, leadership training)
• Authority to make decisions without approval or micromanagement
• Energetic vibe, unlike your traditional law firm culture
• A growth-oriented firm culture that values results, empathy, and continuous learning