Post-Bar Law Clerk/Associate

Modern Family Law • San Jose, CA

4d • $83,200 - $145,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

Modern Family Law, a rapidly expanding national law firm specializing in Family Law, is seeking 3Ls graduating in December and sitting for the February 2026 Bar exam, or graduating in May and sitting for the July 2026 Bar exam, to become Post-Bar Law Clerks/Associates in California. This role is hybrid, but you must sit for the Bar, and plan to reside, in the state you are applying to.
Program Details:
Post-Bar Law Clerks at Modern Family Law will join the firm after sitting for the Bar exam, and receive training and mentorship from our devoted Learning & Development team in preparation for their transition to an Associate Attorney after successful passage of the bar.
Modern Family Law offers you the following opportunities:
Remote First Setting with Brick & Mortar Space Available (in-person as required by courts & clients).
Low billable hours requirement (100 per month) as an Associate Attorney.
Direct client contact.
The ability to truly develop substantive litigation skills early in your career.
The satisfaction of meaningfully impacting people’s lives.
Competitive compensation and benefits.
Cutting-edge technology.
Learning and development support, including onsite and in-person.
Competitive salary starting at: $83,200 (clerk) or $145,000 (associate).
This salary is a reasonably reliable estimate that this individual is expected to receive. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, billable hour expectations, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full-time employees will be eligible for a health insurance with an optional HSA, short-term disability, long-term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.
Additional voluntary programs include voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.
Fair Chance Ordinance and Equal Employment Opportunity Practices: Modern Family Law will consider all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. Modern Family Law is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and has zero tolerance for harassment of any kind. Individuals seeking employment at MFL are considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender experience, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, military status (including discharge status), genetic information, or any other protected class status as set forth by local, state, and federal law.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school completed by June 2026.
• First-time to sit for the Bar exam and register for the February 2026 OR July 2026 Bar exam.
• Attain a passing score on the MPRE prior to sitting for the Bar exam.
• Submission and approval of Character & Fitness application by the State Bar.
• Submission of cover letter, law school transcript, responses to candidate questionnaire, and references.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in Family Law Clinics is a plus.
• Mock Trial experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple responsibilities with attention to detail.
• Participate in initial client consultations.
• Work as a part of a team in a respectful and growth-oriented environment.
• Learn how to manage your cases from start to finish and represent your clients as the first chair on cases upon licensure.

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work From Anywhere -- eligible after 6 months

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees