Associate Attorney – Family Law
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Job Title: Associate Attorney - Family LawPay: $150,000 - 175,000
Join a premier Family Law Firm located in Irvine, CA and take your career to the next level!
Are you a confident and compassionate Family Law Attorney who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performance environment?
One of Irvine's most respected Family Law Firms is seeking an experienced and motivated Associate Attorney to join our winning team.
In this pivotal role, you'll take ownership of cases from start to finish-representing clients in all aspects of Family Law with professionalism, precision, and heart. You'll collaborate closely with seasoned attorneys, manage your own caseload, and make a direct impact on clients navigating life-changing legal matters.
Key Responsibilities:• Manage a full caseload of Family Law matters from client intake through resolution, including strategy, discovery, negotiation, and court appearances• Prepare and present cases for hearings, depositions, and trials, including subpoena preparation and trial binder creation• Maintain and manage calendars and dockets, ensuring deadlines, hearings, and appearances are tracked and met• Draft and respond to pleadings, motions, declarations, discovery, and correspondence with precision and clarity• Conduct thorough legal research and apply sound legal analysis to build strong case strategies• Communicate proactively and professionally with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel• Mentor and provide guidance to paralegals and support staff to ensure smooth workflow and document management• Oversee e-filing, document production, and case organization to ensure efficiency and compliance• Participate in client consultations and assist with onboarding new clients• Contribute to enhancing the firm's document templates, best practices, and knowledge base• Engage in firm marketing, networking, and community events to help grow and represent the firm• Collaborate in the firm's weekly team meetings and lunches to share insights and maintain strong culture• Exhibit strong time management and billing discipline, maintaining a consistent billable range of 30–35 hours per week• Support a positive, collaborative, and client-focused firm culture
Qualifications:• Active member in good standing with the California State Bar• Minimum 3-5 years of Family Law experience, including contested hearings and discovery• Strong legal writing, research, and courtroom advocacy skills• Proven ability to work independently on complex custody, support, and property matters• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat, and legal research platforms (LexisNexis or Westlaw)• Experience with case management software (e.g., Smokeball or similar) preferred• Collaborative mindset with a passion for teamwork and client success
Why You'll Love Working Here: Join a firm that combines professionalism, collaboration, and compassion. You'll enjoy:• Working with an accomplished team led by a respected Founding Partner• A positive, supportive culture that encourages personal and professional growth• Hands-on experience with high-quality cases in a beautiful Irvine, CA • A chance to truly make an impact in clients' lives while advancing your career
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