Family Law Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

An established and highly regarded law firm with multiple offices throughout California is seeking a Senior Family Law Attorney to join its Modesto, California office. The firm has built a strong statewide reputation for quality legal services and offers attorneys the support, resources, and connectivity of a multi-office platform while maintaining a collaborative local office environment.

This is an exciting leadership opportunity for an attorney who wants to take ownership of growing the family law presence in the Modesto market. The selected attorney would be one of the primary family law practitioners in that office and will work closely with the firm's Managing Partner of Family Law — who is also based in Modesto — while playing a key role in developing the practice, handling incoming matters, and helping attract new family law business.

About the Opportunity

The firm is seeking an experienced family law attorney who is comfortable managing cases independently while also helping build and expand the local family law department. Based in Modesto, the attorney will work directly alongside the firm's Managing Partner of Family Law, with ongoing support from attorneys and staff in the local office, as well as regular virtual collaboration with the firm's broader family law team across California.

Responsibilities

• Handle family law matters including divorce, custody, support, property division, modifications, and related proceedings
• Manage cases from intake through resolution, including hearings, mediation, negotiation, and trial preparation
• Serve as a key point of contact for family law matters in the Modesto office
• Work closely with the firm's Managing Partner of Family Law on practice strategy, case oversight, and department growth
• Assist in developing and growing the local family law practice through client relationships and business development efforts
• Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement agreements, and other legal documents
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and contested matters
• Collaborate regularly with attorneys and staff across the firm's California offices

Qualifications

• Active California Bar license in good standing
• Minimum of 2+ years of direct family law experience required
• Strong knowledge of California family law procedure and courtroom practice
• Ability to independently manage cases and client relationships
• Interest in leadership and helping grow a practice area
• Strong communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills

Work Environment & Support

• Based in the firm's Modesto office
• Direct collaboration with the firm's Managing Partner of Family Law, also based in Modesto
• Supported by attorneys and staff at the local office
• Frequent virtual meetings and collaboration with the firm's statewide family law department
• Leadership role with autonomy and visibility
• Strong infrastructure and established multi-office platform

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual base salary range of $130,000–$160,000, depending on experience
• Bonus opportunities on top of base compensation
• Comprehensive benefits package
• PTO and additional firm-sponsored benefits
• Significant long-term growth potential within a respected California firm

Apply today to learn more about this excellent opportunity!