Junior Associate Attorney - Family Law

About the role

Our client is a growing, accomplished legal team with locations in Corona, Newport Beach, and Beverly Hills. They protect clients' financial assets and best interests during challenging chapters of their lives, operating with efficient systems and a collaborative team culture where excellence is standard. They are seeking a sharp, passionate Family Law Attorney (CFLS a plus) who will zealously advocate for clients navigating difficult moments, taking full ownership of cases from initial consultation through trial while working alongside skilled paralegals within a streamlined workflow.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients zealously across all areas of family law, including divorce, child custody, support, spousal support, property division, and domestic violence matters
• Conduct client consultations and manage direct relationships with opposing counsel
• Draft legal pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, judgments, contracts, and orders for a high-volume caseload
• Handle mediations, settlement conferences, pretrial hearings, and trials
• Manage division of marital assets, including real estate, in divorce proceedings
• Maintain composure, negotiate effectively, and advocate persuasively – even in emotionally charged and high‑stakes situations
• Collaborate with skilled paralegals within case management systems to keep cases on track and clients informed

Requirements

• 3+ years of family law experience, including litigation; demonstrated ability to learn quickly and adapt
• Active California State Bar license in good standing
• Experience with complex matters including high‑asset divorce, custody disputes, and determination of marital property (including real estate)

Skills

• Strong skills in legal research, writing, courtroom presentation, and common technology platforms
• Clio and Mac experience are a plus (workflows built around them)
• Proven ability to manage a high‑volume caseload with precision and professionalism
• Interpersonal range to connect with clients in crisis and command a courtroom with confidence

Benefits

Hard work is recognized and rewarded; the team enjoys the work environment and each other, planning to have fun together.

Schedule

Hybrid opportunities are considered; flexibility depends on the candidate and must meet specific criteria.

Pay

$125,000 - $300,000 yearly