Seattle, Washington, United States Hybrid Employment $175,000 - $285,880

Modern Family Law is hiring a Senior Attorney

About the Role

Lead and resolve complex family law matters across divorce, child custody, and spousal or child support with a focus on client-centered representation. This position operates in a hybrid work environment with primary locations in Seattle, Bellevue, and Everett, offering flexibility while maintaining in-person access when required by court mandates or client needs.

What You'll Do

  • Manage a diverse caseload involving dissolution of marriage, parenting plans, and financial support determinations from intake through resolution.
  • Conduct direct consultations with clients, prepare legal pleadings, and represent parties during depositions, hearings, and mediation sessions.
  • Meet deadlines efficiently in a structured yet fast-moving setting, balancing multiple cases with precision and accountability.
  • Collaborate with legal professionals to support shared objectives and strengthen case outcomes through team-based strategies.

Requirements

  • Proven experience handling family law cases, including divorce proceedings, custody disputes, and support calculations.
  • Strong client communication skills and experience drafting court documents, managing discovery, and appearing in legal proceedings.
  • Ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining accuracy across concurrent responsibilities.
  • Demonstrated capacity to contribute within a collaborative professional environment focused on collective achievement.

Benefits

  • Remote-first model with optional office access; eligible for full remote work after six months
  • Low monthly billable hour target (120 hours) supporting sustainable practice
  • Direct client engagement fostering meaningful impact
  • Opportunities to build advanced litigation capabilities early in tenure
  • Comprehensive health benefits: medical, dental, vision, HSA, and FSA options
  • Disability coverage (short-term and long-term), life insurance, and voluntary supplemental plans
  • 401(k) retirement plan with potential employer contributions
  • Paid vacation, sick leave, and access to employee assistance programs
  • Commuter benefits in applicable regions
  • Support for professional development through structured learning programs
  • Cutting-edge legal technology integrated across workflows

Compensation

Annual salary range of $175,000 to $285,880, plus a $15,000 signing bonus and relocation assistance. Earnings may include base pay with additional compensation tied to billable hours and collections performance.

Required Skills
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Modern Family Law

Modern Family Law delivers unmatched representation for today's modern families with a compassionate approach to divorce and family law. The firm specializes in helping clients navigate complex family law matters including divorce, custody, support, and other family-related legal issues.

With a technology-driven model and over 100 years of combined legal experience, the firm offers innovative, efficient, and cost-effective solutions tailored to modern family dynamics. They emphasize compassion, clear communication, and client empowerment throughout the legal process.

Their services span multiple states, with offices in Colorado, California, Texas, Washington, and Georgia, serving clients through personalized legal guidance and support.

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Department Legal
Category other
Posted 9 days ago