Modern Family Law is a technology-enabled family law firm serving individuals and families through divorce, child custody, support, and related legal matters. Its approach combines compassionate legal guidance with practical tools such as calculators, a Resource Center, and flexible billing options including SimpleStart retainers. Operating across multiple U.S. locations, the firm also invests in legal career development through LLP support and a post-bar clerk mentorship program.
Senior Family Law Attorney – Petaluma, California (Hybrid)
Represent clients in divorce, custody, and support matters for Modern Family Law. Manage client relationships, legal documents, depositions, court appearances, and mediations.
Description
- Represent clients in family law matters, including divorce, custody, and child and spousal support
- Communicate directly with clients throughout their cases
- Prepare and draft legal documents
- Conduct depositions and participate in court appearances and mediations
- Balance multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Collaborate effectively within a team-oriented practice
- Build substantive litigation skills while making a meaningful difference in clients’ lives
Requirements
- At least four years of experience practicing family law
- Prior family law experience is preferred; litigation attorneys interested in family law are also encouraged to apply
- Active admission to the California State Bar
- Excellent writing and communication abilities with meticulous attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize competing demands while maintaining a client-focused approach
Benefits
- Remote-first work environment with brick-and-mortar space available for court and client requirements
- Low monthly billable-hours target of 120 hours
- Opportunities for direct client interaction
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Access to modern legal technology
- Learning and professional development support, including onsite and in-person opportunities
- Eligibility to work from anywhere after six months
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) and IRA retirement options
- Basic, voluntary, and accidental death and dismemberment life insurance
- Paid vacation, sick leave, and public holidays
- Short- and long-term disability coverage
- Training and professional development programs
- Voluntary accident insurance
- Voluntary life insurance
- Voluntary disability insurance
- Voluntary long-term care insurance
- Voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance
- Pet insurance
- Commuter and transit benefit programs in select markets
- Employee assistance program