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