Attorney

Join a top-performing family law team where your work changes lives — and where flexibility, mentorship, and unlimited earning potential aren't just perks, they're how the firm runs.

Why This Role
Sterling Lawyers is one of the fastest-growing family law firms in the country, built on a fixed-fee model that frees attorneys from billable-hour pressure and lets them focus on doing great work for clients. We're expanding our presence in Sheboygan and looking for an attorney to lead that growth — someone who wants ownership over a practice, not just a caseload. This is a chance to build real roots in a community, work alongside a genuinely collaborative team, and grow your career with a firm that invests in your craft

What You'll Do
Guide clients through family law matters with clarity, compassion, and strategic thinking
Investigate the facts of each case — financial records, expert evaluations, prior filings — and build strong, well-researched positions
Apply relevant case law and court precedent to strengthen client outcomes
Pursue efficient, cost-effective resolutions for clients, reserving litigation for when it's truly the best path
Draft pleadings, exhibits, financial disclosures, support calculations, and prenuptial agreements
Represent clients in court with confidence and skill
Mentor junior attorneys and delegate effectively to your support team
What You Bring
Required:
Family law experience — this is non-negotiable for this role
Based in and working from Appleton, serving clients across Sheboygan, Calumet, Fond du Lac, and Manitowoc counties
Juris Doctorate
Active Wisconsin Bar license, in good standing
Preferred:
5+ years of family law litigation experience
Familiarity with courts and procedure in the Sheboygan region
Experience mentoring junior attorneys or leading a team
What You'll Get
75,000–$175,000 average annual compensation
Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance — effective the first of the month after you start
401(k) matching
Company-paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
Paid vacation and holidays
Real mentorship and coaching to sharpen your craft
World-class practice support so you can focus on clients, not paperwork
About Sterling Lawyers
Sterling Lawyers, LLC (sterlinglawyers.com) is a rapidly growing firm practicing family law exclusively, with a fixed-fee model that trades billable-hour stress and micromanagement for a supportive, modern, high-performing team.

If you want strong compensation, deep job security, genuine mentorship, and a front-row seat at one of the most innovative family law firms in the U.S. — we'd love to hear from you.

Ready to build something great in Sheboygan? Apply today.