Senior Family Law Attorney
San Diego, California | Hybrid
A growing and highly respected family law practice is seeking an experienced Family Law Attorney to join its San Diego office. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned attorney who enjoys handling sophisticated family law matters, appearing in court, working directly with clients, and being part of a collaborative, supportive team.
The ideal candidate will have recent, consecutive California family law experience and be comfortable independently managing cases from inception through resolution.
Responsibilities
- Manage a family law caseload independently
- Handle client communications and provide strategic legal guidance
- Draft pleadings, motions, and discovery
- Attend hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and court appearances
- Conduct evidentiary hearings and participate in trials
- Develop case strategy and move matters forward with minimal supervision
- Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff
- Contribute to business development and networking efforts
- Mentor junior attorneys and law clerks as needed
Qualifications
- Active California Bar license in good standing
- Minimum 5 years of recent, consecutive California family law experience
- Strong litigation and courtroom experience
- Experience handling hearings and trials
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to independently manage a caseload
- Strong organizational and client-management abilities
- Team-oriented mindset and professional demeanor
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary estimated between $175,000 - $220,000, depending on experience
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Origination credit opportunities
- Profit sharing
- Unlimited PTO
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with employer match
- Paid holidays
- Paid CLE and professional development
- Bar dues and approved networking expenses covered
- Hybrid work flexibility
- Experienced support staff and paralegal assistance
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.