Family Law Attorney

A well-respected law firm in California concentrating on family law and domestic violence cases. We are dedicated to providing a tailored and comprehensive legal services to clients, helping them navigate some of the most challenging times in their lives. We are currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced Family Law Attorney to join our team.

Title of Position: Family Law Attorney

Position Type: Part-time; Contract.

Compensation Structure: $120 - $175 per hour.

Location: Hybrid (remote work except for court appearances through all Bay Area counties - California)

Schedule: 5-10 hours per week - Flexible hours.

Description of Responsibilities:

• Conduct consultations with potential clients, providing expert legal advice in all areas of family law and domestic violence.

• Attend court hearings in person across all Bay Area Counties (must be willing to travel).
• Serve as 1st chair in bench trials, demonstrating strong leadership and legal expertise.
• Take and defend depositions with a high level of competence.
• Manage, mentor, and train team members, including junior attorneys, to ensure the highest quality of legal representation.

Requirements

Required Skills:.

• Proficiency in drafting legal documents, pleadings, motions, and correspondence.
• Ability to build rapport with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel.
• Ability to negotiate favorable settlements for clients outside of court, often through mediation or direct negotiation with the opposing party.

• Ability to analyze complex legal issues, interpret laws, and apply them to specific cases.
• Understanding and responding to the emotional needs of clients, who are often going through highly stressful situations.
• Maintaining composure under pressure and managing the emotional challenges of family law cases.

• Adherence to the highest ethical standards, including confidentiality, conflict of interest rules, and honesty in dealing with clients and the court.

Qualifications:

• Active license with the State Bar of California.
• No record of discipline with the State Bar of California.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience practicing family law; Certified Family Law Specialists preferred.

This is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.