Family Law Attorney
Trueline
full-time
Posted on:
Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Calabasas • California • 🇺🇸 United States
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💰 $150,000 - $190,000 per year
Job Level
Mid-LevelSenior
About the role
- Manage family law matters from intake through resolution, including hearings, mediations, and settlement negotiations
- Handle discovery end to end, including drafting and responding, reviewing production, and preparing motions when needed
- Prepare clear, accurate, and timely pleadings and legal documents
- Develop practical case strategies focused on strong outcomes and cost efficiency for clients
- Advise and support clients through emotionally complex situations with empathy and confidence
- Appear in court for hearings and conferences; trial exposure without pressure to be first chair
- Track billable time and manage a steady caseload independently
- Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff in a team-oriented environment
- Mentor junior team members and assist with training as needed
- Stay current on California family law developments and best practices
Requirements
- Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active California Bar membership in good standing
- 3 to 5 years of family law experience
- Comfort handling evidentiary hearings and contested matters
- Strong written, verbal, and courtroom communication skills
- Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a collaborative team
- High emotional intelligence and professionalism when working with high-conflict matters
- Strong organization, follow-through, and attention to detail
- Valid California Class C driver's license and reliable transportation
Benefits
- Health, dental and vision benefits
- 401(k) plan
- Generous paid time off
- Firm-paid continuing education and professional development
- Clear growth paths, including support toward family law specialization
- Hybrid schedule available after a 60-day period
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard skills
family lawdiscoverypleadingslegal documentscase strategiesbillable time managementevidentiary hearingscontested matterstrial exposurementoring
Soft skills
empathyconfidencecommunicationcollaborationemotional intelligenceprofessionalismorganizationfollow-throughattention to detailindependence
Certifications
Juris DoctorCalifornia Bar membership