Associate Attorney

About the role

Modern Family Law is growing and seeks a hybrid Family Law Associate Attorney to join their team in launching and growing their new Atlanta office. This role offers a remote-first setting with the option for in-person work as needed by courts and clients, low billable hours (100 per month), direct client contact, and the opportunity to develop substantive litigation skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of family law cases including divorce, custody, and child and spousal support.
• Communicate directly with clients, draft legal documents, conduct depositions, attend court appearances, and mediate disputes.
• Operate efficiently in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, managing multiple tasks with precision.
• Collaborate effectively within a team-oriented environment, contributing to the overall success of the team.

Requirements

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

Qualifications

Preference given to candidates with 0-3 years of Family Law experience, but open to candidates interested in transitioning into Family Law practice. Must be actively admitted to the Georgia State Bar.

Skills

Strong writing and communication skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities are essential for success in this role.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retail 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

Pay

$85,000 - $135,000 annually, with potential for additional commissions based on billable hours and collections.

Schedule

The role is hybrid, offering a remote-first setting with the option for in-person work as needed by courts and clients. 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. 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.