Associate Attorney - Family Law
About the CompanyA boutique family law firm based in San Francisco is seeking a California-licensed Associate Attorney to join its growing practice. The firm handles sophisticated and often high-conflict family law matters, including contested custody, complex support issues, characterization disputes, vocational evaluations, forensic accounting, and trial work. The environment is hands-on, high-standard, and collaborative, with a strong emphasis on ownership, accountability, and quality of work.About the RoleThis is a litigation-focused position suited for an attorney with a minimum of 2 years of dedicated family law experience. The position involves managing an active caseload under supervision while taking meaningful responsibility for motion practice, client communication, and courtroom appearances. The firm is looking for someone who can step in and contribute immediately, without requiring training in core family law fundamentals.ResponsibilitiesHandle substantive family law matters from drafting through hearing, including RFOs, oppositions, replies, and declarationsPrepare points and authorities, attorney's fee declarations, and responsive pleadingsManage discovery, meet-and-confer correspondence, and case strategy alongside supervising attorneysAppear at hearings, including short cause matters, and assist with trial preparation and executionCommunicate directly with clients and opposing counsel in a proactive and professional mannerMaintain ownership over assigned matters, including managing deadlines and progressing cases efficientlyQualificationsMinimum 2 years of substantive family law experience (required)Admitted to practice in California (required)Experience handling motion practice and maintaining a hearing calendar under supervisionPrior courtroom experience strongly preferred, including appearances and witness handlingAn interest in pursuing a CFLS track (advantageous)Required SkillsExceptional legal writing ability - clear, concise, organized, and persuasiveStrong judgment and willingness to take ownership of work and outcomesAbility to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environmentComfort receiving direct feedback and revising work to meet a high standardProfessional, proactive communication style with both clients and opposing counselCompensationCompensation is competitive for the Bay Area and will be discussed with strong candidates.