Family Law Associate Attorney

About the company

Our client is a law firm.

The role

Raydar is recruiting for this role on behalf of our client. Manage a personal caseload of family law matters from intake through resolution, with guidance from senior attorneys when needed. The role centers on high-quality client representation, independent drafting and sound judgment within a collaborative small-firm setting.

What you'll do

- Handle your own family law cases from start to finish.

- Represent clients with a high standard of quality and care.

- Draft motions, declarations and settlement agreements independently.

- Draw on senior attorneys for support when a matter calls for it.

- Keep a steady billable workload while maintaining reasonable caseloads and work-life balance.

Requirements

What we're looking for

- J.D. and an active license to practice law in California.

- At least 7 years of experience dedicated exclusively or primarily to family law, ideally recent and current.

- Substantive family law knowledge.

- Experience managing your own caseload, or readiness to step up from a supervised or second-chair role.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with close attention to detail and good organization.

- Comfort billing an average of 130 hours per month.

- Based in San Diego.

Bonus points

- A state-recognized credential in the family law field.

- Familiarity with local court practice in San Diego.

Benefits

Compensation and benefits

- Base salary: USD 180,000 to 225,000 per year

- Performance bonus

- Health insurance

- Retirement plan with employer match

- Flexible time off

- Professional licensing and bar fees covered

Location and work model

- Remote (US)

- Full-time