The position includes a signing bonus, generous quarterly incentive compensation (IC) plan, and a discretionary end of year bonus as well. The position is Hybrid.
Responsibilities
- Ensure clients are effectively represented at court hearings as needed
- Handle the division of marital assets, including real estate, during divorce proceedings as needed
- Advocate on behalf of clients by understanding their needs, effectively analyzing the situation and forming a strategy for a plan of action
- Work closely with paralegals and senior partners to ensure swift action through the civil litigation process
- Organize and maintain client files to ensure they are kept current
- Work in a hybrid model based out of the Miami office, with periodic in-person days and travel as needed.
- Represent clients in divorce proceedings, including high-conflict matters—handling motion practice, discovery, mediation, and evidentiary hearings.
- Conduct comprehensive client assessments; analyze facts and law; and design, execute, and continuously refine litigation and settlement strategies aligned to client objectives.
- Advocate effectively at hearings, mediations, and conferences, delivering clear oral arguments and principled negotiation to drive durable resolutions.
- Draft and perfect pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, judgments, proposed orders, and related contracts across a high-volume docket.
- Collaborate closely with paralegals, partners, and outside professionals to ensure timely matter progression and high-quality work product.
- Manage the equitable distribution of marital assets—including real property, business interests, and retirement accounts—retaining financial and valuation experts as appropriate.
- Maintain meticulous file management and deadline control, ensuring strict compliance with the Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, local rules, and e-filing/e-service protocols.
- Provide precise legal counsel and draft marital property, prenuptial, and postnuptial agreements that reflect client goals and Florida law.
- Perform targeted legal research and develop work plans that anticipate risks, evidentiary needs, and settlement opportunities.
- Communicate proactively and professionally with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel to keep cases moving and expectations clear.
Qualifications
- Undergraduate degree with a legal background and Juris Doctor degree required
- Must have worked on family law issues for at least 1-2 years; handling of real estate also required
- Proven record of success in advocating for plaintiffs and defendants
- Great negotiation and communication skills, particularly in stressful and emotional situations
- Prior work or studies in criminal justice preferred
- Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school.
- Active member of the Florida Bar in good standing.
- ABA membership and Spanish proficiency are strong pluses.
- Minimum 4 years of family law litigation experience, including contested and uncontested matters.
- Demonstrated success advocating in trials, mediations, and evidentiary hearings.
- Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with composure in highly emotional, high-stress situations.
- Proven ability to manage a heavy caseload with minimal supervision while meeting deadlines.
- Working knowledge of real-estate issues that intersect with family law (e.g., title, homestead, QDROs, equity distribution).
- Strong legal research and writing skills with meticulous attention to detail and file hygiene.
- Familiarity with Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, local rules, and e-filing/e-service protocols.
Compensation
$125,000 - $150,000 yearly + generous incentive compensation + signing bonus + discretionary end of year bonus
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Family law: 3 years (Required)
Language:
License/Certification:
- Florida Bar License (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Coral Gables, FL 33134
