Senior Family Law Attorney

SMB TeamCharlotte, NC

$140,000 - $170,000 / year

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Overview

Remote

On-site

Compensation

$140,000-$170,000/year

Job Description

Our client, a thriving, well-established law firm expanding into North Carolina is offering a ground floor opportunity as the Senior Attorney skilled in Family Law Litigation to open their Charlotte (SouthPark) office!

Join a law firm that values compassion and individuality, guiding clients through unique family law matters with empathy. If you want to make a real impact and are passionate about advocacy and client service, we want to hear from you!

Why Join this Firm?

The Firm offers exceptional legal staff, advanced technology, and world-class marketing and client retention systems that will support you to expand the family law practice.

The law firm is mission-driven firm fosters a collaborative, values-based culture where every team member’s voice matters. They are a firm that believes all learn from each other: the partners can learn as much from their valued paralegals as the associates can from the administrative team, and vice versa.

What You’ll Do

Lead family law cases from intake to resolution: divorce, custody, support, alimony, and paternity.
Litigate family law cases from inception, to settlement or trial.
Meet divorce clients with empathy and strong advocacy.
Develop strategic case approaches through thorough research and analysis.
Draft legal pleadings, motions, briefs, and court documents.
Explain complex legal issues and support clients throughout their domestic relations case.
Advocate for clients in family law court, mediations, and depositions.
Negotiate and finalize settlements.
Stay abreast of family law statutes and case law.
Collaborate with a dedicated, supportive legal team.
Consistently deliver results and meet deadlines, communicating case statuses to the partnership on a regular basis.

Requirements

What You’ll Need

Extensive NC Family Law attorney experience
JD from accredited law school
Active North Carolina Bar license
Ability to manage associate attorneys
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
Compassionate, client-focused work ethic
Ownership mindset and drive to succeed

Benefits

Benefits & Compensation

401(k) with company match
Health Insurance 100% paid for the employee
Competitive base salary plus incentives
Opportunity for expansion and growth

Compensation

Base salary $140,000 – 170,000, plus bonus and incentive opportunity and future leadership of an expanding office. Complete and total back office support and a proven marketing/leads system provided. A comprehensive benefits package and retirement plan are offered.

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Candidates can expect a pay range of $140,000 and $170,000 per year.

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