Associate Attorney

Associate Attorney – Family Law
Location: Santa Clara County, CA (Hybrid)
Compensation: $120,000 – $160,000 per year, commensurate with experience
Employment Type: Full-time

POSITION SUMMARY

Are you a driven attorney who thrives on advocacy, ownership of your cases, and delivering exceptional results for clients? We’re looking for an Associate Attorney who brings sharp legal skills, strong judgment, and a collaborative mindset to our growing team.

Under the direction of the Managing Attorney, you’ll manage your own caseload while working closely with a supportive legal team. This role is ideal for an attorney who values professionalism, accountability, and intelligent, results-oriented advocacy.

What You’ll Do

• Independently manage cases from strategy session through resolution

• Communicate regularly and effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and parties via phone and email

• Execute firm protocols, including Case Reviews, Strategy Session Memos, and Court Prep Emails

• Ensure court orders, stipulations, and filings are properly routed and documented

• Prepare clients, experts, and witnesses for hearings and testimony

• Provide mentorship and strategy support to Junior Associates as needed

• Maintain timely and professional responses to client communications (within 48 business hours)

• Maintain CLE compliance and remain in good standing with the California State Bar

What We’re Looking For

• Strong oral advocacy, legal writing, and negotiation skills

• Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment

• Demonstrated leadership skills and sound professional judgment

• Commitment to ethical, zealous advocacy within the Rules of Professional Conduct

• Organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple deadlines

• Professional, respectful, and collaborative approach with colleagues and staff

• Active member in good standing with the CA Bar Association

Why Join Us

• Competitive compensation: $120K–$160K, based on experience

• Meaningful casework with real client impact

• Clear expectations, structured systems, and firmwide support

• Collaborative culture that values professionalism and growth

• Comprehensive health benefits package that includes 100% company paid dental, vision, life insurance, subsidized medical benefits

• Access to additional benefits such as cancer care, critical care, accident care, and 401k plan with company match

If you’re ready to take ownership of your work, sharpen your advocacy skills, and grow with a firm that values excellence, we’d love to hear from you.