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Family Law Senior Associate

United States, Palm Beach County Employment contract 150000.00 - 200000.00 USD / Year · Job Posted June 29, 2026
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A highly regarded, boutique family law firm is seeking a Senior Associate to join its sophisticated and client-centric practice. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced attorney to work on high-net-worth matters, collaborate with top-tier legal professionals, and play a key role in delivering strategic, personalized counsel.

Job Responsibility

  • Manage a caseload of complex family law matters from inception through resolution
  • Handle high net worth divorce, equitable distribution, and complex financial issues
  • Draft pleadings, motions, agreements, financial affidavits, and legal memoranda
  • Conduct discovery, depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials
  • Develop case strategy in coordination with partners and outside experts (e.g., forensic accountants)
  • Advise clients with a high level of discretion and professionalism
  • Participate in client development and maintain strong client relationships

Requirements

  • Licensed in Florida and in good standing
  • Significant experience in family law at the senior associate level
  • Strong background in high net worth matters and complex financial issues
  • Proven litigation experience (hearings, depositions, mediations, trials)
  • Exceptional drafting, research, and analytical skills
  • High emotional intelligence and ability to manage sensitive client matters
  • Collaborative, polished, and client-focused demeanor
  • Interest in or pursuit of Board Certification in Marital & Family Law is a plus
  • Active attorney license in Florida and status in good standing
  • At least 5 years of experience handling family law matters at an advanced associate or similar level
  • Demonstrated success working on cases involving high-net-worth individuals and intricate financial issues
  • Strong courtroom and dispute resolution background, including hearings, depositions, mediations, and trials
  • Excellent legal writing, research, and analytical abilities
  • High emotional intelligence and the ability to manage confidential, emotionally charged situations with maturity
  • Detail-oriented, collaborative, and client-centered approach to legal practice
  • Interest in pursuing or obtaining Board Certification in Marital and Family Law is advantageous

Nice to have

Interest in or pursuit of Board Certification in Marital & Family Law is a plus

What we offer

  • Comprehensive health coverage (medical, life, disability)
  • 401(k) with employer contributions
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • CLE support
  • Business development and client expense support
  • Discretionary performance-based bonus

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