Family Law Associate Attorney

Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP

$150K — $200K *
Legal & Accounting
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in family law litigation
  • Proficient in depositions, motions, mediations, and client interactions
  • Strong skills in legal research and drafting complex pleadings
  • Ability to manage caseloads independently while working in a team
  • Experience in high-net worth family law cases is preferred
  • Client-focused mindset with a commitment to successful outcomes
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
  • Current California State Bar admission required

Responsibilities

  • Manage all aspects of family law litigation from start to finish
  • Conduct legal research and draft necessary pleadings and motions
  • Represent clients effectively in court proceedings
  • Collaborate closely with partners and other team members
  • Mentor and guide junior attorneys as needed

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation with performance-based bonuses
  • Extensive health insurance with up to 95% employer-paid premiums
  • Comprehensive dental insurance at no cost to employees
  • Vision coverage included
  • Wellness incentives such as fitness discounts
  • Life insurance coverage provided
  • Pet insurance available
  • Unlimited time off policy
  • 12 paid holidays per year
  • 401(k) retirement plan
Full Job Description
As an integral member of our Family Law team, you will handle a broad spectrum of matters, including divorce, prenuptial and postnuptial agreement, child support modifications, and more. You will manage all aspects of litigation from inception to resolution, including legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, as well as representing clients in court. This role offers an excellent platform for professional growth, as you will collaborate closely with experienced partners who will provide mentorship as you take on challenging cases. If you are ready to take your family law practice to the next level, apply now!

Requirements
  • 5+ years of experience as an attorney handling family law litigation matters.
  • Experience preparing for, taking, and defending depositions; briefing and arguing discovery and dispositive motions; attending mediations; and interfacing with clients and opposing counsel. Trial experience is preferred.
  • Demonstrated expertise in analyzing, researching, and drafting briefs and other pleadings addressing sophisticated legal issues in complex family law matters, preferably for high-net worth clients.
  • Ability to manage a caseload independently, while also collaborating with team members.
  • Managerial or supervisory experience is a plus.
  • Client-focused mindset and a passion for achieving successful outcomes.
  • Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Current admission to the California State Bar is required.

Benefits

Our firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
  • Competitive compensation + performance-based bonus plan
  • Generous medical insurance (HMO/PPO) - employer-paid premium up to 95% + employer funded HRA (for PPO plans)
  • Dental insurance - employer-paid premium up to 100%
  • Vision coverage
  • Wellness incentives, including fitness discounts and rewards program
  • Life insurance
  • Pet insurance
  • Unlimited Time Off program
  • 12 paid holidays
  • 401(k)

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment that promotes career development and a healthy work-life balance.

The expected base salary range is $150,000-$200,000, however actual compensation will be determined based on experience.

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