Associate Family Law Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Join Our Team as Litigation Attorney – Family Law  

Are you ready to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment where your work doesn’t just make an impact but 10x’s the value you bring to clients’ lives every day?  

We’re a team of A-players who 10X everything ! Are you passionate about the legal field and excited to make a real impact? At Cabanas Law Firm, we are guided by our core values of Semper Fidelis, Deliver a Wow, Embrace Change, Pursue Growth, and Maximize Potential, ensuring that every elite attorney receives personalized, compassionate, and true work-life balance, designed with you in mind. We offer a dynamic, collaborative environment where your voice is valued. 

We are currently seeking a Litigation Attorney with a strong background in family law to join our growing legal team. The ideal candidate will bring passion, drive, and dedication to delivering outstanding results for clients. If you’re an experienced litigator who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment, we want to hear from you. 

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:  

• Career Growth : Advance your skills with mentorship, ongoing training, and clear paths for promotion. 

• Inclusive & Welcoming Team : Join a diverse, family-owned, and friendly workplace where everyone’s contribution is respected. 

• Work-Life Balance : Enjoy flexible work arrangements and a culture that prioritizes your well-being. 

• Competitive Compensation : Transparent salary structure, performance bonuses, and comprehensive health benefits. 

• Meaningful Work : Create meaningful impact for clients and the community every day. 
  

Benefits:  

• 401(k) Matching

• Health Insurance 

• Vison Insurance

• Dental Insurance 

• Disability Insurance 

• Life Insurance 

• Paid Holidays

• Paid Time Off (PTO) 

• Gym Reimbursement 

• Elite Package program

• Legal Bonus program 

• Referral Bonus 

• Relocation Package available
  

Schedule:  

• 8-hour shift.

• Monday to Friday.
  

Ability to Commute:

• Office locations in South Florida may be necessary according to the needs of the firm.

Work Location: In-person, Hybrid, and Remote

We’re excited to welcome a dedicated and detail-oriented Litigation Attorney – Family Law to our team! If you have experience in Family Law and are ready to contribute your expertise in a supportive and dynamic environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and show us how your skills can help drive our success!

Compensation:

$90,000 - $230,000 yearly DOE

Responsibilities:

• Draft legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, and briefs, with precision and diligence. 

• Ensure litigation processes by preparing for trials, depositions, and hearings. 

• Ensure every client receives a legal update every 21 days, at a minimum, from your legal team. 

• Ensure that you meet and enter all billable hours into the case management system concurrently. 

• Respond to client and case-related phone calls and emails within twenty-four (24) business hours. 

• Ensure that each client has funds in trust before performing extensive work, and if not, inform Accounting to request a replenishment immediately.

• Attend mandatory Scrum meetings weekly. 

• Strategize, execute, and complete assigned cases, and ensure all active cases have required tasks entered into the case management system with assigned due dates before the weekly Scrum meetings. 

• Engage in negotiations on behalf of clients to reach favorable settlements. 

• Manage the caseload so all cases are completed as quickly and efficiently as possible. 

• Review drafts from paralegals and provide comments within 24-48 hours to allow them to complete their tasks. 

• Finally, your participation in marketing efforts for the Firm, such as networking opportunities and presentations, may be required.

Qualifications:

• 3 to 5 years of experience in civil litigation in family law.
• Eligible to Practice Law in Florida.
• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school. 
• Active license and in good standing with the Florida State Bar. 
• Superior research, writing, and oral advocacy skills. 
• Strong negotiation skills and the ability to think strategically. 
• Highly organized and able to manage multiple priorities. 
• Empathetic communicator with a client-first mindset. 
• Familiarity with Florida state court rules and procedures. 
• Bilingual (Spanish) required.

About Company

At Cabanas Law Firm, our mission is to guide clients through life's most challenging family law matters with compassion, integrity, and excellence. As one of Florida's fastest-growing family law firms, we are committed to building a culture of accountability, teamwork, innovation, and continuous professional growth.

We invest in our employees by providing opportunities for career advancement, ongoing training, and leadership development. Our team members play an essential role in delivering exceptional service while helping families navigate difficult transitions with confidence.

If you're looking to join a collaborative, high-performing legal team where your work truly makes an impact, we'd love to hear from you.