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Modern Family Law

Associate Attorney

Posted 16 Days Ago
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In-Office
San Jose, CA, USA
120K-160K Annually
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In-Office
San Jose, CA, USA
120K-160K Annually
Junior
Handle family law matters including divorce, custody, and support cases; communicate directly with clients; draft legal documents; conduct depositions; appear in court; participate in mediations; manage multiple deadlines; and collaborate with a team. The role offers hybrid work, substantive litigation development, low billable-hour requirements, and professional learning support.
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Modern Family Law, a rapidly expanding national law firm specializing in Family Law, is seeking a hybrid Family Law Associate Attorney to join either our San Jose office.

Unlike other law firms, Modern Family Law offers you the following opportunities: 

  • Remote First Setting with Brick & Mortar Space Available (in-person as required by courts & clients).
  • Low billable hours requirement (100 per month). 
  • Direct client contact. 
  • The ability to truly develop substantive litigation skills early in your career. 
  • The satisfaction of meaningfully impacting people’s lives. 
  • Competitive compensation and benefits. 
  • Cutting-edge technology. 
  • Learning and development support, including onsite and in-person. 
  • Work from Anywhere -- eligible after 6 months.

To be successful in this role, the Family Law Associate Attorney will: 

  • Be adept at handling a variety of family law cases, such as divorce, custody, and child and spousal support. 
  • Be comfortable with direct client communications, drafting legal documents, and handling depositions, court appearances, and mediations. 
  • Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple responsibilities with attention to detail. 
  • Work collaboratively within a team-oriented setting, ensuring collective success. 

Mandatory Notices for Applicants 

ADA Compliance: All candidates and incumbents are expected to perform the duties as assigned so long as they can meet the expectations set forth with or without reasonable accommodations. Should a candidate or incumbent require accommodation, they need to advise the Director of People & Culture in advance. 

Compensation: $120,000 - $160,000 annually. The range presented is a reliable estimate of the base salary plus potential commissions based on billable hours and collections that this individual is expected to receive. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, billable hour expectations, and other job-related factors as permitted by law. Full-time employees are eligible for health insurance with an optional Health Savings Account (HSA), short-term disability, long-term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401(k) Retirement Plan, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.

Pursuant to the local Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Modern Family Law is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment at MFL are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identification, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, among other protected bases.

Additional voluntary programs include voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life insurance, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance, and pet insurance. Commuter and transit benefit programs may also be available in certain markets.


Requirements
  • 0-3 years of Family Law experience
  • Experience in Family Law preferred; open to litigation candidates interested in practicing Family Law.
  • Active admission to the California State Bar. 
  • Exceptional writing and communication skills with strong attention to detail. 
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities with a client-focused mindset.

Benefits
  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development
  • Work from Anywhere -- eligible after 6 months.

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