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• * Attorney Job Description: Litigation/Family Law **
• * Who We Are **

At Smith Law, we don’t just practice law — we build careers, relationships, and a culture rooted in excellence, accountability, and growth. We are not just a firm of “practitioners” we operate with an entrepreneurial mindset. We are a relationship firm that is transforming legal services from transactional to relational. This is not a place for “just getting by.” We are a team of A-Players hungry to exceed expectations, both financially and in the service we deliver to clients in Kentucky and Ohio. ** About the Role ** We are seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney with a strong focus on Family Law to join our growing firm. This is a high-stakes, client-facing role that requires a "Guardian of Urgency" mindset. You will be stepping into a fast-paced environment where you will immediately manage a caseload of litigation & family law matters. The ideal candidate will be licensed in both Kentucky and Ohio to support our regional representation.

• * Who You Are **
• * The "Relentless Follow-Up" Advocate: ** You understand that "the fortune is in the follow-up." You do not allow clients to feel ignored, confused, or forgotten.
• * The Solution-Oriented Litigator: ** You don't just present problems; you always come with proposed solutions.
• * The High-Hustle Performer: ** You possess the "grit" and "hustle" to manage 50-60 hour weeks when trial schedules demand it.
• * Soft Skill Expert: ** You have the empathy to "hold a client's hand" through trauma but the firmness to assert your authority as a legal expert.
• * The High-Performer: ** You take extreme ownership of your productivity, billing and client outcomes. You understand that real-time, daily time entry is a reflection of professional integrity and ensures the firm remains a high-functioning engine that can reinvest in its team and clients.
• * What You’ll Do **
• * Litigate with Excellence: ** Represent clients in Family Law (divorce, custody, support) and general civil litigation matters.
• * Manage Case Life Cycles: ** Drive cases toward resolution within 12 months, ensuring all scheduling orders are strictly followed.
• * Proactive Client Communication: ** Conduct personal phone calls and digital follow-up to every client on your list to ensure they are informed, supported, and cared for.
• * Draft & Negotiate: ** Proactively prepare clean, polished, and thoughtful drafts (pleadings, discovery, correspondence).
• * Strategic Growth: ** Work with our Executive Assistant (EA) and Case Managers to identify risks early and optimize case values.
• * Requirements **
• * Experience: ** Minimum 3–5 years of litigation experience, specifically in Family Law.
• * Licensure: ** JD from an accredited school; currently licensed in Kentucky (required) and Ohio (highly preferred or willing to waive in).
• * Soft Skills: ** Proven ability to build trust and de-escalate frustrated clients.
• * Urgency: ** A "Code Red" mindset regarding deadlines and time entry.
• * What We Offer **
• * Uncapped Earning Potential: ** Base salary with performance-based bonuses tied to billable hours and collections.($80k–$125k+) with referral client bonuses and dedicated hours a hustler mindset doubles the listed pay range
• * Culture & Perks: ** A pet-friendly office, bourbon barrel picks, membership and discounts at Revival Vintage Spirits (our Principal's establishment/bourbon bar) team tours, and "Work-from-home Wednesdays."
• * Growth Support: ** Dedicated intake and Case Management teams to handle administrative "fire drills" so you can focus on the client experience and winning strategies.
• * Benefits **

Medical Insurance 50%, Matching 401k up to 4%, Malpractice Insurance, Company Laptop, Membership Stipends, Paid CLE, Bonus Program, Paid Time Off (Minimum two weeks), Work from Home Wednesday, Relocation assistance offered for the right candidate ** Ready to Be the Bar? ** Apply now to join our firm. Northern Kentucky Law Firm