Jobs · Legal · Florida

Family Law Attorney

Jobot · Fort Myers, FL · 2 mo ago
On-siteLegal$140k–$160k/yrFull-time

This Jobot Job is hosted by Jake Vogel.

About us

We have grown from two forward-thinking partners to become the largest locally based, full-service regional firm serving the needs of our clients throughout Florida. Our office provides a wide variety of services including Real Estate, Litigation and Estate Planning to our clients. We believe it is very important to understand the tenets that we follow in our relationships with our clients. These tenets are how we want to be judged, and what we want used as criteria in selecting us for legal representation. We hold ourselves to the highest standards of our profession. Our goal is to continually demonstrate the Firm’s capabilities and experience, and to build and maintain trust between our clients and us. The only result that we will accept is the one that our clients expect us to deliver.

Why join us?

  • Profit Sharing Plan
  • 401K
  • Excellent Health Benefits
  • Mentorship & Growth
  • Free Parking
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • And Much More!

Responsibilities

  • Represent clients in all aspects of family law matters, including dissolution of marriage, paternity, child custody (time-sharing), child support, and alimony.
  • Handle contested and uncontested divorce proceedings from inception through final resolution.
  • Draft pleadings, financial affidavits, marital settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
  • Conduct discovery, depositions, mediations, and hearings.
  • Appear in court for case management conferences, evidentiary hearings, and trials.
  • Advise clients on legal rights, obligations, and strategic options in family law disputes.
  • Negotiate settlements and advocate effectively on behalf of clients.
  • Collaborate with attorneys across practice groups when matters intersect with trusts & estates, tax, or business law.
  • Maintain strong client relationships and provide compassionate, responsive service.
  • Participate in business development and community involvement initiatives.

Requirements

  • J.D. from an accredited law school.
  • Active membership in good standing with The Florida Bar.
  • 3+ years of family law experience preferred (divorce, custody, and support matters).
  • Strong litigation and courtroom experience.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and time-management abilities.
  • Ability to manage a caseload independently while working within a team-oriented environment.
  • Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism.

Pay

$140,000 - $160,000 per year

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