Experienced Family Law Attorney (Charlotte, NC)

ARNOLD & SMITH, PLLC | CHARLOTTE, NORTH CAROLINA

Experienced Family Law Attorney

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Build the Practice You've Always Wanted Without Building a Firm From Scratch

Existing case flow | Experienced support | Leadership opportunity | No book required

Are you an experienced family law attorney considering a move?

Maybe you are ready to leave behind the bureaucracy of a large firm, the limitations of a small practice, or the administrative burden of running a firm on your own. You want the resources and case flow to build a thriving long-term practice, while spending more of your time practicing law and serving clients.

Arnold & Smith, PLLC offers that platform. We are seeking an accomplished family law attorney who can independently lead matters involving divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, domestic violence, and complex family litigation.

This is not an entry-level position. It is an opportunity for a proven attorney to step into an established practice, handle quality matters, and help shape the continued growth of our family law team.

What You Can Build Here

· A sophisticated family law practice supported by an existing flow of matters

· A leadership role with meaningful influence over the growth and direction of the practice

· A long-term career with compensation tied to experience, production, and capabilities

· A strong professional reputation in the Charlotte market without the burden of building a firm from scratch

The Platform We Provide

· Established case flow with no portable book of business required

· Experienced attorneys and dedicated support professionals

· Modern technology, billing, collections, staffing, and operational infrastructure

· Substantial autonomy and ownership of your matters, with collaboration when it adds value

· Opportunities for professional development, bar involvement, and leadership within a growing practice

· Firm-paid health insurance premiums, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and a 3% employer contribution to your 401(k), subject to eligibility

Why Charlotte

Charlotte offers the professional opportunity of a growing legal market with the quality of life of the Carolinas. The region combines a diverse and expanding client base with access to a major airport, mountains, lakes, and the coast. For an attorney relocating from a higher-cost market, it can also offer a compelling place to build the next stage of a career and life.

Who We Are Looking For

You may be a strong fit if you are an experienced family law attorney who:

· Can independently manage cases from initial consultation through resolution and post-judgment matters

· Has substantial experience with divorce, custody, support, equitable distribution, and contested family litigation

· Exercises sound judgment in negotiation, strategy, motion practice, mediation, and trial preparation

· Communicates proactively with clients and takes full responsibility for deadlines, strategy, and results

· Values excellent client service and understands the importance of time capture, account management, and collectability

· Wants to practice at a high level without personally managing every staffing, technology, marketing, billing, and collections issue

Qualifications

· Juris Doctor from an accredited law school

· Active North Carolina Bar license, or a clear path to North Carolina licensure; South Carolina licensure is a plus

· Meaningful family law experience and the ability to manage an active caseload with limited supervision

· Excellent written advocacy, courtroom, negotiation, analytical, and interpersonal skills

· Strong organization, responsiveness, attention to detail, and commitment to client service

· Comfort with Microsoft Office and legal practice-management, timekeeping, and billing systems

Compensation and Relocation

We offer a compensation structure designed to reward experience, production, and the value an attorney brings to the practice. Anticipated total compensation can range from approximately $150,000 to $350,000 or more, depending on experience, production, capabilities, and role. This range is not a guarantee of any specific salary or incentive amount. The structure and expectations will be discussed candidly during the interview process.

A portable book of business is not required.

A Confidential Conversation

You do not need to be actively searching to explore whether this could be the right next platform for your practice. All inquiries will be handled with discretion.

Submit your resume and a brief introduction to A formal cover letter and writing sample are welcome but not required for an initial confidential conversation.

Ready to build the next stage of your practice in Charlotte? Let's talk.

Physical Requirements

Ability to sit for prolonged periods at a desk and work on a computer; occasional lifting of up to 15 pounds. xhyhwjd

Arnold & Smith, PLLC is an equal opportunity employer.