Job description

Remote - Candidates must be close enough to Santa Clara, CA to appear in court regularly

A family law office is searching for a tech-savvy Senior Family Law Attorney to join their team in a remote position. Candidates must be close enough to Santa Clara to make regular appearances in court. The ideal candidate has 5 or more years of family law experience. Candidates with at least 2 years who have substantial experience will be considered. The position involves managing a significant caseload while supervising paralegal tasks and maintaining a high level of client communication. In this role, you ll get to enjoy the freedom to manage your day-to-day activities with the trust and autonomy that comes from remote work, all while staying connected to the pulse of your local area's legal scene. The position comes with a competitive salary, several bonus incentives, health benefits, and plenty of time off!

Salary Range: $180,000 - $300,000 / year DOE

Senior Family Law Attorney Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of 40-50 primarily family law cases, with potential involvement in other practice areas
Regular court appearances, aiming for daily if possible
Conduct depositions and serve as an expert witness
Maintain weekly communication with clients and provide constant email updates
Review and approve discovery documents
Supervise paralegal tasks, including discovery and calendaring

Senior Family Law Attorney Profile Requirements

5+ years of family law experience preferred but will consider a minimum of 2 years if experience is substantial
2+ of Santa Clara County experience
Certified Family Law Specialist strongly preferred
Must be tech-savvy and proficient in using My Case CRM and Ring Central
Active bar membership in California
Exceptional follow-up and communication skills
Ability to manage a significant workload and maintain high levels of client satisfaction
Mandarin or Cantonese speaking is preferred
Must be able to commute to Santa Clara, CA to appear in court regularly

Senior Family Law Attorney Benefits