Associate Family Law Attorney

Associate Family Law Attorney

Location: Cary, NC
Target Earnings: Approximately $125,000+ annually
Compensation: Commission / Billable Hours + Based on Experience
Experience: 3+ Years of Family Law Practice
Preferred: Wake County Family Law Experience
Focus: Family Law | Litigation | Discovery | Client Advocacy

About the Opportunity

Our client is seeking an experienced Associate Family Law Attorney to join its practice in Cary, NC.

This role offers significant case ownership, with responsibility for independently managing family law matters from initial filing through resolution. You'll develop case strategy, handle discovery, draft legal documents, communicate directly with clients, and represent them in court hearings, mediations, and negotiations .

The ideal candidate has 3+ years of family law experience, a strong litigation background, and the ability to independently manage multiple active cases while providing exceptional client service.

What You'll Do

• Independently manage family law matters from initial filing through resolution
• Develop and execute legal strategies based on case facts, applicable law, and client objectives
• Conduct legal research and apply relevant case law to active matters
• Represent clients in court hearings, mediations, settlement negotiations, and other proceedings
• Draft pleadings, motions, complaints, answers, and other legal documents
• Prepare and manage comprehensive discovery requests and responses
• Monitor case deadlines and efficiently manage multiple active matters
• Navigate Wake County court procedures and filing requirements
• Prepare and submit documents through North Carolina's eFiling system
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout their cases
• Provide clear, timely, and transparent communication regarding case status and strategy
• Advocate for clients while maintaining professionalism during complex and sensitive family law matters

What You'll Bring

• 3+ years of family law practice experience
• Strong family law litigation background
• Experience independently managing cases through multiple stages of litigation
• Experience handling complex discovery matters
• Strong legal research, writing, and drafting skills
• Courtroom, mediation, and negotiation experience
• Ability to independently develop and execute case strategies
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High emotional intelligence and ability to effectively communicate with clients during sensitive situations
• Ability to work independently while maintaining a high standard of client service

Preferred Qualifications

• Family law experience within Wake County
• Familiarity with Wake County court procedures
• Experience with North Carolina's eFiling system
• Extensive family law discovery and motion practice experience
• Proven ability to independently manage a family law caseload

Why Join?

• Strong Earning Potential: Approximately $125,000+ in target annual earnings based on commission, billable hours, and experience
• Case Ownership: Independently manage family law matters from initial filing through resolution
• Litigation Experience: Handle court hearings, discovery, mediations, negotiations, and motion practice
• Direct Client Relationships: Serve as the primary attorney and trusted advocate for your clients
• Professional Autonomy: Develop case strategies and manage matters with a high degree of independence
• Local Practice: Build your family law career serving clients in Cary and the Wake County market

If you're an experienced family law attorney with strong litigation skills who enjoys case ownership, client advocacy, and independently managing matters from start to finish, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today to learn more about this opportunity.