Family Attorney

Law Office of Gary S. Austin
• Riverside , CA , US

Posted 8 days ago

This role exists to own cases end-to-end so the firm owner is no longer the bottleneck. The Associate Lead Attorney independently drives legal strategy, executes filings, and represents clients in court with confidence and precision.

This is not a support role. It is a case-running role for an attorney ready to be trusted with judgment, responsibility, and outcomes.

The right person for this role:

• Wants to run cases
  , not wait for permission
• Is frustrated by files bottlenecking on someone else’s desk
• Gets a quiet rush when a motion lands exactly right
• Has zero tolerance for sloppy filings or avoidable errors
• Can sit across from someone in the worst chapter of their life and stay clear-headed
• Brings order to chaos and turns emotion into a plan
• Is done being the backup and ready to be fully accountable

This attorney is calm under pressure, decisive in judgment, and professional in emotionally charged environments.

• Independently determine case strategy and next steps without routine owner involvement.

• Draft motions, pleadings, agreements, and correspondence that are accurate, compliant, and ready to file.

• Appear in court, argue motions, and represent clients without supervision.

• Keep cases moving forward and clients informed, oriented, and prepared.

• Work effectively with paralegals and staff so cases do not stall internally.

• Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association)
• Bachelor’s degree with a legal background and J.D. degree are required
• Proven record of success in advocating for 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
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, especially in highly stressful and emotional situations

$110,000 - $135,000 yearly

• Clarity:We explain the process, deadlines, and risks in plain language. Clients always know what is happening and what comes next.
• Credibility:Filings are accurate. Deadlines are met. Court expectations are respected. Our work holds up under scrutiny.
• Confidence:Preparation drives decisions. We act decisively and do not avoid hard conversations or contested issues.
• Transparency:Clients receive timely updates and honest assessments, not false reassurance.
• Responsiveness:Cases move because communication and follow-through happen quickly.
• Accountability:We own our work, and clients are expected to meet their responsibilities as well.

Attorneys who like ownership, structure, and high standards succeed here. People who want clear responsibility and authority thrive. This is not a place for attorneys who need constant oversight, avoid decisions, or prefer to stay in the background.