Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Family Law Attorney (5+ years) to join our growing legal team. This is a remote position, however candidates must live in Arizona to attend court hearings, mediations, or client meetings as needed.
Our firm is committed to delivering exceptional representation to clients navigating some of the most difficult moments of their lives, including divorce, custody disputes, property division, and post-decree matters. We believe in providing attorneys with the infrastructure, support, and autonomy needed to maximize their professional potential while maintaining a healthy balance between work and personal life.
We are looking for a client-centered litigator who values preparation, professionalism, and strategic advocacy. The ideal candidate thrives in a collaborative environment and is motivated to continually improve their skills and deliver outstanding results for clients.
Compensation & Benefits
- Compensation Structure
- Base compensation starting at $144,000+ annually (DOE)
- Additional compensation based on collected revenue
- Total compensation potential significantly exceeds base salary depending on productivity and performance
- Benefits
- Fully remote work environment
- Competitive compensation with performance upside
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- 401(k)
- Paid State Bar dues and CLE allowance
- Professional development support
- Technology and administrative support
- Strong paralegal support
- Collaborative team environment
- Manageable caseloads designed to allow for high-quality representation
Position Summary
The Family Law Attorney will manage a caseload from initial consultation through resolution, including litigation, negotiation, mediation, and settlement. This role requires strong legal writing skills, courtroom confidence, and the ability to communicate effectively with clients experiencing high-stress situations.
Our firm prioritizes quality representation over volume, allowing attorneys to focus on strategy, client counseling, and advocacy rather than administrative burdens.
Key Responsibilities
- Litigation & Advocacy
- Represent clients in family law matters including:
- Divorce / Dissolution of Marriage
- Legal Decision-Making and Parenting Time
- Child Support
- Spousal Maintenance
- Property and Debt Division
- Post-Decree Modifications
- Enforcement and Contempt proceedings
- Orders of Protection matters as related to family law cases
- Attend hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and trials
- Develop case strategy and litigation plans
- Advocate effectively in contested matters
- Case Management
- Manage assigned caseload from start to finish
- Draft and review pleadings, motions, memoranda, and settlement agreements
- Conduct legal research and analysis
- Prepare clients for hearings, mediation, and trial
- Collaborate with paralegals to ensure organized and complete disclosures
- Ensure compliance with Arizona Rules of Family Law Procedure, including Rule 49 disclosure requirements
- Maintain accurate and timely billing entries
- Client Communication
- Provide clear legal guidance and strategic advice
- Maintain consistent communication with clients regarding case progress
- Demonstrate empathy while maintaining professional objectivity
- Help clients understand risks, options, and likely outcomes
- Professional Development
- Stay current on developments in Arizona family law
- Participate in ongoing training and professional growth opportunities
- Contribute to a culture focused on continuous improvement
Qualifications
- Required
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Active member of the Arizona State Bar in good standing
- Minimum 5 years of family law experience
- Strong litigation experience
- Experience handling contested divorce and custody matters
- Strong legal writing and research skills
- Excellent negotiation and courtroom advocacy skills
- Ability to manage deadlines and priorities effectively
- Professional communication skills
- Must live in Arizona
- Trial experience in family court
- Experience handling high-conflict custody matters
- Experience with complex financial issues and property division
- Familiarity with Clio or similar case management software
- Experience working in a paperless legal environment
Technology & Support
We invest heavily in technology and support staff so attorneys can focus on practicing law.
- Attorneys are supported by:
- Experienced family law paralegals
- Intake and client care team
- Billing and accounting support
- Document and workflow automation tools
- Cloud-based practice management software
- Remote collaboration tools
- Structured case workflows and templates
Work Environment
This is a fully remote position, offering flexibility while maintaining strong collaboration among team members.
- Our firm culture emphasizes:
- Professional growth
- Continuous improvement
- Respect and accountability
- Client-centered advocacy
- Team collaboration
- High ethical standards
We believe that when attorneys are properly supported, they can provide exceptional value to clients while maintaining a sustainable and rewarding career.
Ideal Candidate
- The ideal candidate:
- Takes ownership of their cases
- Is highly organized and detail oriented
- Communicates clearly and professionally
- Thrives in a remote environment
- Is motivated to continually improve their skills
- Wants to be part of a collaborative legal team
- Is committed to delivering high-quality representation
Job Type
Full-time
- Work Location
- Fully Remote (Must reside in Maricopa County, Arizona)
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