Family Law Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

About Us:

Cage & Miles is one of the largest and fastest-growing family law firms in Southern California. Our clients trust us to guide them through some of the most important moments of their lives, and we take that responsibility seriously. We are committed to delivering exceptional service through a team of talented professionals who lead with expertise, compassion, and integrity.

Our growth is fueled by a culture that values collaboration, continuous improvement, and investing in our people. We believe great teams don't happen by accident - they are built through mentorship, professional development, clear expectations, and opportunities to grow.

As we continue to expand, we're looking for individuals who are motivated, client-focused, and excited to help shape the future of our firm. If you're looking for a place where your contributions matter and your career can grow alongside the organization, we'd love to meet you.

About You

• You're a proven family law attorney with at least 5 years of experience and a strong track record of handling family law matters.
• You're a problem-solver who can assess the facts of a case, identify the issues that matter most, develop thoughtful solutions, and confidently determine the next steps.
• You're a self-starter who takes ownership of your cases, works independently, and proactively moves matters forward.
• You're organized and focused , able to prioritize the most important issues in a case, work efficiently through complex assignments, and see tasks through from start to finish.
• You're detail-oriented , having a high level of attention to detail and ensuring accuracy in legal documents, filings, and case strategy.
• You're fast-paced with the ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously while maintaining a high standard of work.

About the Job

You'll be responsible for:

• Vigorously representing our clients and their interests.
• Collaboratively assisting and learning from an experienced team while taking increasing ownership of your cases and responsibilities.
• Expertly researching statutes, case law, opinions, briefs, and other information needed for our cases.
• Independently managing case responsibilities, staying organized, anticipating next steps, and adapting as cases develop.
• Carefully crafting important court filings and supporting documents, including pleadings, initial filings, requests for orders, discovery, client declarations, stipulations, and temporary restraining orders.
• Assiduously following up on correspondence with clients, opposing counsel, and experts.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience as a family law attorney in Southern California
• Must have a Juris Doctorate Degree from an ABA accredited law school
• CA State Bar License
• This role requires an attorney who welcomes rigorous attention to detail, maintains composure under pressure, takes initiative, and works well with driven, exacting colleagues.

Benefits

In addition to your competitive salary, medical/dental/vision plan, FSA account, pet insurance, and 401(k) matching, we'll offer you perks that you might not find anywhere else, including:

• Compassion:   Our attorneys are always treated as people, not as fodder for the legal process. 
• Hybrid work arrangement: You will get the best of both worlds with a physical office space, and the ability to work from the comfort of your own home.
• Healthy and supportive work environments: Cage & Miles has been named a Top Workplace by the San Diego Union-Tribune, ranking #2 among businesses with 50 - 149 employees. This is a meaningful achievement driven by the voices of our employees and our shared commitment to excellence.  

Compensation

The anticipated base salary range for this role is $120,000 - $160,000, but ultimately will depend on experience.