Senior Family Law Attorney

Our client, a thriving, well-established law firm expanding into North Carolina is offering a ground floor opportunity as the Senior Attorney skilled in Family Law Litigation to open their Charlotte (SouthPark) office! Join a law firm that values compassion and individuality, guiding clients through unique family law matters with empathy. If you want to make a real impact and are passionate about advocacy and client service, we want to hear from you! Why Join this Firm? The Firm offers exceptional legal staff, advanced technology, and world-class marketing and client retention systems that will support you to expand the family law practice. The law firm is mission-driven firm fosters a collaborative, values-based culture where every team member's voice matters. They are a firm that believes all learn from each other: the partners can learn as much from their valued paralegals as the associates can from the administrative team, and vice versa. What You'll Do Lead family law cases from intake to resolution: divorce, custody, support, alimony, and paternityLitigate family law cases from inception, to settlement or trialMeet divorce clients with empathy and strong advocacyDevelop strategic case approaches through thorough research and analysisDraft legal pleadings, motions, briefs, and court documentsExplain complex legal issues and support clients throughout their domestic relations caseAdvocate for clients in family law court, mediations, and depositionsNegotiate and finalize settlementsStay abreast of family law statutes and case lawCollaborate with a dedicated, supportive legal teamConsistently deliver results and meet deadlines, communicating case statuses to the partnership on a regular basis Requirements What You'll Need Extensive NC Family Law attorney experienceJD from accredited law schoolActive North Carolina Bar licenseAbility to manage associate attorneysExceptional communication and interpersonal skillsCompassionate, client-focused work ethicOwnership mindset and drive to succeed Benefits Benefits & Compensation 401(k) with company matchHealth Insurance 100% paid for the employeeCompetitive base salary plus incentivesOpportunity for expansion and growth Compensation Base salary $140,000 - 170,000, plus bonus and incentive opportunity and future leadership of an expanding office. Complete and total back office support and a proven marketing/leads system provided. A comprehensive benefits package and retirement plan are offered. Apply Confidentiality is a cornerstone of our recruiting services.