Family Law Attorney

Responsibilities

• Ensure clients are effectively represented at court hearings as needed
• Keep client files properly organized and up to date
• Communicate with senior partners and paralegals to effectively move through the civil litigation process
• Prepare legal documents such as legal pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, contracts, judgments, and orders for a high volume of cases
• Manage the division of marital assets, including real estate, during divorce proceedings when needed
• Represent clients in divorce proceedings, including high-conflict matters—handling motion practice, discovery, mediation, and evidentiary hearings
• Conduct comprehensive client assessments; analyze facts and law; and design, execute, and continuously refine litigation and settlement strategies aligned to client objectives
• Advocate effectively at hearings, mediations, and conferences, delivering clear oral arguments and principled negotiation to drive durable resolutions
• Draft and perfect pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, judgments, proposed orders, and related contracts across a high-volume docket
• Collaborate closely with paralegals, partners, and outside professionals to ensure timely matter progression and high-quality work product
• Manage the equitable distribution of marital assets—including real property, business interests, and retirement accounts—retaining financial and valuation experts as appropriate
• Maintain meticulous file management and deadline control, ensuring strict compliance with the Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, local rules, and e-filing/e-service protocols
• Provide precise legal counsel and draft marital property, prenuptial, and postnuptial agreements that reflect client goals and Florida law
• Perform targeted legal research and develop work plans that anticipate risks, evidentiary needs, and settlement opportunities
• Communicate proactively and professionally with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel to keep cases moving and expectations clear

Qualifications

• Active membership with the ABA (American Bar Association)
• Must have worked on family law issues for at least 1-2 years; handling of real estate also required
• 4-year degree with a legal background and J.D. degree are necessary for this position
• Great negotiation and communication skills, particularly in stressful and emotional situations
• Previous criminal justice or other legal background preferred
• Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school
• ABA membership and Spanish proficiency are strong pluses
• Minimum 3+ years of family law litigation experience, including contested and uncontested matters
• Demonstrated success advocating in trials, mediations, and evidentiary hearings
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with composure in highly emotional, high-stress situations
• Pioneered ability to manage a heavy caseload with minimal supervision while meeting deadlines
• Working knowledge of real-estate issues that intersect with family law (e.g., title, homestead, QDROs, equity distribution)
• Strong legal research and writing skills with meticulous attention to detail and file hygiene
• Familiarity with Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, local rules, and e-filing/e-service protocols

About the Role

The law group is growing and seeking a sharp family attorney to represent clients in all areas of family law. The ideal candidate will have experience with sensitive legal issues like child abuse, child custody, and domestic violence.

Benefits

• Compensation: $100,000 - $150,000 yearly + generous quarterly bonus + signing bonus
• Benefits Package: Health insurance, gap insurance, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, a 401(k) with matching, 10–15 paid holidays per year, 10+ PTO/vacation days, parental leave, an international firm retreat, quarterly team-building days, an end-of-year bonus, education reimbursement, and more