Senior Family Law Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Marshall & Taylor, PLLC is seeking an experienced family law attorney to join our Wilmington office. This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished attorney who enjoys practicing family law at a high level and wants to be part of a collaborative, high-performing team. You'll handle sophisticated family law matters, work alongside experienced attorneys and dedicated legal professionals, and have the support, systems, and resources necessary to provide exceptional representation to clients.

The ideal candidate exercises sound judgment, communicates effectively, and thrives in a collaborative environment — someone confident in the courtroom, skilled in negotiation, and committed to helping clients navigate some of the most difficult times in their lives.

If you're looking for a firm where you can focus on practicing law, collaborate with talented colleagues, and continue to grow professionally, we'd welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

Responsibilities:

• Manage a sophisticated family law caseload from initial consultation through final resolution and, when necessary, trial

• Handle complex matters involving equitable distribution, alimony, child custody, child support, domestic violence, separation agreements, and other family law issues

• Develop litigation strategy and provide thoughtful legal counsel tailored to each client's unique circumstances

• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, arbitrations, and settlement negotiations

• Draft pleadings, motions, separation agreements, consent orders, and other legal documents with exceptional attention to detail

• Collaborate with fellow attorneys to develop case strategy and achieve the best possible outcomes for clients

• Work closely with experienced paralegals and legal assistants to deliver outstanding client service

• Build trusted relationships with clients by providing compassionate guidance and clear communication throughout their case

Qualifications:

Required

• Active license to practice law in North Carolina

• Five or more years of substantial family law litigation experience

• Significant courtroom and litigation experience

• Experience handling contested custody, equitable distribution, alimony, and child support matters

• Exceptional legal writing, courtroom advocacy, negotiation, and analytical skills

• Outstanding professionalism, integrity, judgment, and client service

Preferred

• North Carolina Board Certified Specialist in Family Law

• Experience handling high-asset and financially complex divorce matters

• Strong financial acumen, including experience analyzing business interests, financial statements, executive compensation, and complex marital estates

• Experience mentoring junior attorneys or legal staff

Compensation
We offer a highly competitive compensation package commensurate with experience, performance, and demonstrated success

Benefits

• Performance-based bonus opportunities

• Group health insurance

• Retirement plan

• Paid time off

• Continuing legal education and professional development

• State Bar dues and approved professional memberships

• Firm-supported marketing and business development

• Experienced paralegal and administrative support

• Modern technology and litigation resources

About Company

Marshall & Taylor, PLLC is a growing North Carolina family law firm dedicated exclusively to helping individuals and families navigate life's most difficult transitions. Our reputation has been built on exceptional legal representation, compassionate client service, professionalism, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to outstanding results.

We believe exceptional attorneys deserve exceptional support. Our lawyers are surrounded by experienced professionals, proven systems, and a collaborative culture that lets them focus on what they do best—serving clients and practicing law at the highest level.

If you're looking for more than your next position—if you're looking to build a legacy while helping shape the future of one of North Carolina's premier family law firms—we'd love to hear from you.