Family Law Attorney

My client, a well known Boutique Firm, is seeking a talented associate with 5+ years experience in Family Law to join their growing practice in their San Jose Office. This is an excellent opportunity for an attorney looking to take on meaningful responsibility in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. WHAT YOU WILL DO Manage sophisticated family law cases from inception through resolution Draft and argue Requests for Orders and responsive pleadings Manage discovery strategy, including drafting and responding to demands Conduct advanced legal research and draft persuasive briefs Draft prenuptial/postnuptial agreements and complex marital settlement agreements Prepare judgments Collaborate with partners on trial strategy and actively support trial proceedings Appear in court for hearings, conferences, and other proceedings Serve as a primary point of contact for clients and opposing counsel Navigate high-asset, high-conflict, and procedurally complex cases REQUIREMENTS J.D. and active membership with the California State Bar 5+ years of family law experience Strong legal writing, research, and analytical skills Excellent communication and client management abilities Experience handling RFOs, status conferences and other appearances on your own Proven ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities Ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable advice Collaborative mindset with strong professional judgment Salary: $165,000 – $200,000 (commensurate with experience) Objective bonus tied to hours Annual billable expectation: 1,440 hours (120/month average) 401(k) with employer matching (upon vesting) Medical, dental, and vision coverage Employer-paid supplemental insurance (mental + financial health) Monthly cell phone stipend Employer-paid MCLE and dues Paid vacation that does not impact bonus eligibility Salary and Other Compensation The annual salary for this position is betwee n $165k-200k base. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. #J-18808-Ljbffr