Senior Family Law Attorney
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full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: Remote • California • 🇺🇸 United States
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Senior
About the role
- Handle a full family law caseload from intake through resolution
- Represent clients in divorce, custody, visitation, child support, spousal support, and domestic violence matters
- Draft pleadings, motions, declarations, discovery, and settlement agreements
- Prepare for and attend hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and court appearances
- Negotiate settlements and advocate effectively in contested matters
- Communicate directly with clients and opposing counsel
- Manage cases independently in a remote work environment
Requirements
- Active California Bar license in good standing
- 5+ years of California family law experience
- Strong litigation, motion, and court appearance experience
- Excellent legal writing and client communication skills
- Ability to work independently and manage deadlines remotely
Benefits
- Remote-first culture with flexibility and autonomy
- Steady workflow without the pressure of client origination
- Supportive leadership focused on quality work and long-term retention
- Benefits that support financial and personal stability
- Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
litigationlegal writingdrafting pleadingsdrafting motionsdrafting declarationsdrafting discoverydrafting settlement agreementsnegotiating settlementscourt appearancesfamily law
Soft skills
client communicationadvocacyindependent workdeadline management
Certifications
California Bar license