$15,000 Signing Bonus | Fully Remote (CA-based) | Real Client Impact
Modern Family Law, a rapidly expanding national law firm specializing in Family Law, is seeking a hybrid Family Law Senior Attorney to join one of our Bay Area offices. The attorney may work out of one of our three Bay Area offices (Palo Alto, San Jose, or Oakland).
Modern Family Law is growing, and we are looking for talented attorneys to join our team! We are currently offering a $15,000 signing bonus and relocation package!
Unlike other law firms, Modern Family Law offers you the following opportunities:
- Remote First Setting with Brick & Mortar Space Available (in-person as required by courts & clients).
- Low billable hours requirement (120 per month).
- Direct client contact.
- The ability to truly develop substantive litigation skills early in your career.
- The satisfaction of meaningfully impacting people’s lives.
- Competitive compensation and benefits.
- Cutting-edge technology.
- Learning and development support, including onsite and in-person.
- Work from Anywhere -- eligible after 6 months.
To be successful in this role, the Family Law Senior Associate Attorney will:
- Be adept at handling a variety of family law cases, such as divorce, custody, and child and spousal support.
- Be comfortable with direct client communications, drafting legal documents, and handling depositions, court appearances, and mediations.
- Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple responsibilities with attention to detail.
- Work collaboratively within a team-oriented setting, ensuring collective success.
Mandatory Notices for Applicants
ADA Compliance: All candidates and incumbents are expected to perform the duties as assigned so long as they can meet the expectations set forth with or without reasonable accommodations. Should a candidate or incumbent require accommodation, they need to advise the Director of People & Culture in advance.
Compensation: $130,000 - 246,640 annually. The range presented is a reliable estimate of the base salary plus potential commissions based on billable hours and collections that this individual is expected to receive. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, internal and external pay equity, and other job related factors as permitted by law. Full-time employees may be eligible for health insurance with an optional Flexible Spending Account or a Health Savings Account, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, 401(k) Retirement, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program to support the personal wellness needs of our employees.
Additional voluntary programs are available and include voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance, as well as pet insurance. Additionally, in some markets, commuter and transit benefit programs are available.
Fair Change Ordinance and Equal Employment Opportunity Practices: Modern Family Law will consider all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. Modern Family Law is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and has zero tolerance for harassment of any kind. Individuals seeking employment at Modern Family Law are considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender experience, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, military status (including discharge status), genetic information, or any other protected class status as set forth by local, state, and federal law.
Requirements
- Four (4) or more years of Family Law experience.
- Experience in Family Law preferred; open to litigation candidates interested in practicing Family Law.
- Active admission to the California State Bar.
- Exceptional writing and communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with a client-focused mindset.
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Work from Anywhere -- eligible after 6 months
Skills Required
- Four (4) or more years of Family Law experience
- Active admission to the California State Bar
- Experience handling divorce, custody, child and spousal support matters
- Comfortable with direct client communications, drafting legal documents, depositions, court appearances, and mediations
- Exceptional writing and communication skills with strong attention to detail
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with a client-focused mindset
- Open to litigation candidates interested in practicing Family Law
What We Do
Modern Family Law is a forward-thinking, tech-savvy, and compassionate law firm that helps people move on peacefully with the rest of their lives. The firm specializes in handling family law cases, including divorce, custody, and child support. By leveraging advanced technology, information management, and extraordinary trial preparation, they aim to provide innovative solutions and serve as a trusted legal partner for families across the United States.
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