Job Description

Experienced Family Law Attorney
Join One of San Diego's Oldest and Most Prestigious Law Firms

A highly respected downtown San Diego law firm is seeking an Experienced Family Law Attorney to join its esteemed team. This is an exceptional opportunity for a legal professional who thrives in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment and is looking to grow their career in family law.

Key Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with a supervising attorney to manage family law cases
• Draft a wide range of legal documents, including letters, pleadings, financial disclosures, mediation briefs , and trial briefs
• Handle discovery, including propounding and responding, drafting meet-and-confer letters, and preparing motions to compel
• Prepare deposition outlines and exhibits, and take and defend depositions
• Develop witness questions for evidentiary hearings and trials
• Conduct legal research and write detailed memorandums
• Attend and represent clients in ex parte hearings, RFO hearings , and other legal proceedings
• Maintain routine client communication
• Handle cases from inception through conclusion, with a focus on delivering high-quality results
• Accurately track billable time to meet firm requirements

Qualifications:

• Licensed and in good standing with the California Bar
• 3-5 years of family law experience handling complex cases
• Strong analytical and oral communication skills
• Excellent writing skills and attention to detail are essential
• A highly motivated, team-oriented professional with a commitment to meeting deadlines

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary , commensurate with experience
• Excellent opportunity for bonuses based on performance
• Work in a supportive, collaborative environment at one of San Diego's most prestigious law firms

Join a team where your expertise and dedication will be valued, and where you can take your family law career to the next level.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation ($130k - $160k) + BONUS
• Employer Matched 401k
• Top of the line Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Vacation/PTO

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred Skills

Family Law

Juris Doctor

Divorce

Attorney

Esq.

Job Tags

Full time,

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