Family Law Associate Attorney
About the role
Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara LLP is a reputable and forward-thinking mid-sized law firm headquartered in Newport Beach, California, recognized for its sixth consecutive year as a Best Law Firm® by U.S. News & World Report's Best Lawyers®. Our award-winning Family Law team is proud to be recognized annually as one of the Best Firms for Family Law by U.S. News & World Report including several partners and associates honored as Best Lawyers in America.
Responsibilities
- Handle a broad spectrum of matters, including divorce, prenuptial and postnuptial agreement, child support modifications, and more.
- Manage all aspects of litigation from inception to resolution, including legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, as well as representing clients in court.
- Collaborate closely with experienced partners who will provide mentorship as you take on challenging cases.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience as an attorney handling family law litigation matters.
- Experience preparing for, taking, and defending depositions; briefing and arguing discovery and dispositive motions; attending mediations; and interfacing with clients and opposing counsel.
- Trial experience is preferred.
- Demonstrated expertise in analyzing, researching, and drafting briefs and other pleadings addressing sophisticated legal issues in complex family law matters, preferably for high-net worth clients.
- Ability to manage a caseload independently, while also collaborating with team members.
- Managerial or supervisory experience is a plus.
- Client-focused mindset and a passion for achieving successful outcomes.
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
- Current admission to the California State Bar is required.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation + performance-based bonus plan
- Generous medical insurance (HMO/PPO) - employer-paid premium up to 95% + employer-funded HRA (for PPO plans)
- Dental insurance - employer-paid premium up to 100%
- Vision coverage
- Wellness incentives, including fitness discounts and rewards program
- Life insurance
- Pet insurance
- Unlimited Time Off program
- 401(k)
Schedule
Our firm offers flexible scheduling to accommodate the needs of our employees.
Pay
The expected base salary range is $150,000-$200,000, however actual compensation will be determined based on experience.
Benefits
- Medical insurance (HMO/PPO) - employer-paid premium up to 95% + employer-funded HRA (for PPO plans)
- Dental insurance - employer-paid premium up to 100%
- Vision coverage
- Wellness incentives, including fitness discounts and rewards program
- Life insurance
- Pet insurance
- Unlimited Time Off program
- 401(k)
About Us
At Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara (BWB&O), we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, innovation, and unwavering dedication to our clients. With 200 attorneys across nine offices in four states, and a strong foothold in the legal community, we have built a solid reputation for delivering exceptional legal services across various practice areas.
Equal Opportunity Statement
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment that promotes career development and a healthy work-life balance. BWB&O is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.