Experienced Family Law Litigation Attorney -- $120K-$160K + Bonus

Job Description

McBride Legal Group is seeking an experienced Florida-licensed attorney to join our growing family law litigation practice in Stuart, Florida. This position offers a base salary of $120,000–$160,000, plus a performance-based bonus, depending on experience.

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This is an opportunity for a capable litigator to handle meaningful, sophisticated cases with the support of experienced paralegals, modern legal technology, and engaged firm leadership.

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Our practice focuses exclusively on Florida family law, including divorce, parental responsibility and timesharing, relocation, modification, enforcement, paternity, and complex contested matters.

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What You Will Do

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• Independently manage an active litigation caseload and client relationships
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• Develop case strategy and provide practical, results-oriented legal advice
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• Draft and argue substantive motions
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• Conduct and defend depositions
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• Manage discovery and evidentiary issues
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• Prepare for and attend mediations
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• Conduct evidentiary hearings and trials
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• Negotiate settlements and resolve contested matters
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• Collaborate with experienced paralegals and firm leadership
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What We Are Looking For

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• Active member in good standing of The Florida Bar
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• At least three years of litigation experience; five or more years preferred
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• Meaningful courtroom, hearing, or trial experience
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• Ability to independently manage cases, deadlines, and client relationships
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• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills
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• Sound professional judgment and excellent communication skills
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• Florida family law experience strongly preferred
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• First-chair hearing, trial, or deposition experience preferred
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Experienced family law attorneys are strongly encouraged to apply. We will also consider accomplished prosecutors, public defenders, and civil litigators who are prepared to transition into family law.

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Compensation and Opportunity

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• $120,000–$160,000 annual base salary, depending on experience
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• Performance-based bonus opportunity
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• Full-time position in Stuart, Florida
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• Established paralegal and administrative support
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• Modern case-management and legal technology
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• Substantive courtroom and litigation responsibility
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• Opportunity for professional growth within an expanding family law practice
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Qualified candidates are invited to submit a résumé. All inquiries and applications will be handled discreetly.