Family Law Associate Attorney
About The Position
Are you an ambitious and skilled Family Law Associate Attorney seeking an exciting new opportunity to make a significant impact in the legal field? Look no further! Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara LLP is a reputable and forward-thinking mid-sized law firm headquartered in Newport Beach, California, recognized for its sixth consecutive year as a Best Law Firm® by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Lawyers®. Our award winning Family Law team is proud to be recognized annually as one of the Best Firms for Family Law by U.S. News & World Report including several partners and associates honored as Best Lawyers in America. 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
- Minimum 1+ years of experience as an attorney handling family law litigation matters. (Newly licensed attorneys with clerking experience in family law are welcome to apply!)
- Demonstrated expertise in analyzing, researching, and drafting briefs and other pleadings addressing sophisticated legal issues in complex family law matters.
- Ability to manage a caseload independently, while also collaborating with team members.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience preparing for, taking, and defending depositions; briefing and arguing discovery and dispositive motions; attending mediations; and interfacing with clients and opposing counsel preferred.
- Trial experience is a plus!
Responsibilities
- Handle a broad spectrum of matters, including divorce, prenuptial and postnuptial agreement, child support modifications, and more.
- Manage all aspects of litigation from inception to resolution, including legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, as well as representing clients in court.
- Collaborate closely with experienced partners who will provide mentorship as you take on challenging cases.
Benefits
- 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)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
