Family Law Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

California | Multiple Offices (Flexible Placement)

Our client is a highly respected, growth-oriented law firm seeking experienced Family Law attorneys to join its expanding California practice. This opportunity is ideal for attorneys who want sophisticated work, meaningful client relationships, and a clear path to long-term advancement and ownership in a collegial, high-performing environment.

Open Levels:

• 7th–10th Year Associate
• Senior Counsel / Partner-Track (20+ Years Experience)

Bonus & Incentives:

• 1,850 billable hours: $10,000 bonus
• 1,900+ hours: $5,000–$7,500 per additional 50 hours (band-dependent)
• Uncapped production bonuses
• $5,000 year-end holiday bonus (prorated first year)
• 10% origination credit on self-generated business

Culture Highlights:

• Highly collegial, transparent, and collaborative environment
• Long-tenured attorneys across multiple offices
• Weekly Friday breakfasts and monthly firm lunches
• Birthday and anniversary celebrations
• Signature firm events: holiday party, retreats, summer socials
• Robust pro bono program supporting 35+ organizations
• Student work programs supporting local high school students

Partnership / Shareholder Track:

Shareholder Levels:

• Non-Voting Shareholder
• Voting Shareholder
  (Both levels carry equal equity)

Eligibility Guidelines:

Non-Voting Shareholder

• 8–10+ years of practice
• Internal candidates: $375k–$400k+ recurring book (sustained 2+ years)
• Lateral candidates: $500k–$750k+ recurring book

Voting Shareholder

• Internal or lateral: $1MM+ recurring book over 2–3 years

Thresholds subject to change based on firm needs and market conditions.

Requirements

• Current CA State License
• Strong job stability
• Solid academic credentials
• Recent and meaningful experience in the relevant practice area
• No insurance defense backgrounds (especially where insurer conflicts may arise)
• Hybrid schedule: 1–2 WFH days/week after training
• Training period (first ~3 months): in-office daily

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Firm-paid life insurance
• 401(k) (non-matching)
• Unlimited PTO (performance-based approval)
• Paid or reimbursed parking (office-dependent)
• In-house MCLEs + support for external training