Senior Family Law Attorney
Location: Mountain View, CA (Hybrid)
Job Type: Full-Time
About the Position
Silicon Valley Law Offices is seeking an experienced and motivated Senior Family Law Attorney with a minimum of 5 years of California family law experience to join our growing practice in Mountain View. This position is ideal for an attorney who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys direct client interaction and is confident managing family law matters from inception through resolution.
The successful candidate will independently manage a diverse caseload while working closely with partners and support staff to provide exceptional legal representation and outstanding client service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Independently manage a broad range of California family law matters, including divorce, child custody and visitation, child and spousal support, property division, domestic violence restraining orders, and post-judgment proceedings.
- Represent clients at hearings, case management conferences, settlement conferences, mediations, and trials.
- Draft pleadings, motions, declarations, discovery requests and responses, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
- Conduct legal research and apply applicable statutes, case law, and procedural rules to develop effective case strategies.
- Advise clients on legal rights, case strategy, risks, and practical solutions with professionalism and empathy.
- Prepare cases for hearings, mediation, and trial, including witness preparation, evidence organization, and trial strategy.
- Negotiate favorable settlements while effectively advocating for clients' interests.
- Collaborate with partners, paralegals, legal assistants, and outside experts to ensure efficient case management and high-quality legal services.
- Maintain accurate case files, meet court deadlines, and manage multiple matters in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications:
- Minimum 5 years of experience practicing California family law.
- Active member of the California State Bar in good standing.
- Demonstrated experience independently handling family law cases from commencement through resolution.
- Strong courtroom experience, including appearances at hearings, settlement conferences and trial.
- Excellent legal research, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Outstanding written and oral advocacy skills, with the ability to draft persuasive legal documents and present effectively before the court.
- Strong negotiation skills with a proven ability to achieve favorable outcomes for clients.
- Exceptional organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines and priorities.
- Compassionate, client-focused approach with the professionalism and judgment required to handle emotionally sensitive matters.
- Ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.
- Experience with California court e-filing systems and CLIO software is preferred.
- We offer a flexible hybrid work environment that supports work-life balance while maintaining close collaboration, exceptional client service, and strong courtroom preparation.
Compensation & Benefits:
- TOP Compensation for experienced Family Law attorney, with significant Bonus paid monthly.
- Total Compensation package is designed to keep our attorneys HIGHLY COMPENSATED each year.
- Partnership opportunity available with substantial financial up-side.
- Benefits include: medical and dental insurance;
- Paid vacation and holidays;
- 401(k) retirement plan;
- Continuing legal education (CLE) support;
- Professional development and growth opportunities.
- Reasonable billable expectation of 100 hours per month
Pay: $175,000.00 - $300,000.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Mountain View, CA 94043
