Family Law Attorney

Responsibilities

• Manage a dedicated family law caseload, ramping to approximately 30 - 40 active matters within six months
• Handle divorce and family law matters, including litigation, mediation, and collaborative cases
• Appear in court regularly across El Dorado, Sacramento, and Placer counties
• Meet with current and prospective clients in person and guide them through complex, emotional matters
• Draft pleadings, declarations, and legal memoranda
• Collaborate with partners, associates, and support staff to drive case strategy and results
• Produce approximately $25K/month in case revenue once established
• Accurately track time and billing using Practice Panther and Outlook

Requirements

• Active California Bar license with California family law experience
• Ideally 1 - 2+ years of family law experience, but open to more senior attorneys
• Newly barred attorneys considered if they have meaningful family law clerkships and a clear commitment to the practice
• Open to attorneys from litigation-heavy backgrounds
• Strong courtroom presence and comfort with frequent in-person appearances
• Personable, polished communicator who presents well with clients
• Ability to manage clients compassionately while maintaining professionalism and boundaries

Benefits & Compensation

• Post-training compensation options after 90 days: straight base + bonus or lower base with 15 - 25% of generated fees
• Tiered bonuses tied directly to fees generated
• Hybrid schedule after training, with flexibility based on performance and client needs
• 401(k) with match plus profit sharing
• Medical coverage options + voluntary dental and vision options
• Unlimited vacation and paid holidays