Family Law Associate (5+yrs)

Make an Impact Where It Matters Most

At LPEP, we handle complex, high-stakes family law matters with precision, empathy, and strategic insight. We’re looking for a seasoned Family Law Associate who is ready to take ownership of cases, contribute meaningfully at trial, and grow into firm leadership.

This is an opportunity to join a collaborative, forward-thinking firm that invests deeply in your professional growth while giving you the autonomy and support to do your best work.

Why LPEP

We’ve built a culture where strong attorneys thrive long-term, not burn out:

• Collaborative environment where cooperation is valued over competition
• Transparent, open-door leadership and meaningful input into firm operations
• Structured mentorship program that provides direct access to experienced attorneys, real-time feedback and meaningful skill development
• Investment in your long-term career (including Certified Family Law Specialist support)
• Hybrid work flexibility (once we get to know you)
• Encouraged time off—vacation is respected and protected
• Active support for community involvement and professional engagement
• Path to partnership

Compensation & Benefits

• 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

What You’ll Do

You’ll take a lead role in managing sophisticated family law matters 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

What We’re Looking For

Required

• 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

Preferred

• Experience handling high-asset and complex family law matters
• Financial or tax background (or strong comfort with financial analysis)
• Experience with tools such as XSpouse, Clio, Microsoft Office
• Trial experience