Resident/Associate Attorney Spring '27

Modern Family Law•Savannah, GA

23d•$66,560 - $110,700•Hybrid

About The Position

Modern Family Law (MFL) is seeking 3L law students and recent graduates who will sit for the February 2027 or July 2027 Bar exam to join MFL Academy’s Residency Program in Atlanta or Savannah, Georgia. The role is hybrid, and candidates must sit for the Bar and plan to reside in the state where they are applying. After sitting for the Bar exam, residents receive training in substantive family law and courtroom advocacy, along with mentorship from MFL’s Learning & Development department and legal teams. The program is designed to support a successful transition to an Associate Attorney position upon passing the Bar. Residents develop the skills and confidence to handle client matters from start to finish. Associate Attorneys have direct client contact and manage family law matters such as divorce, child custody, and financial support. The firm describes its setting as remote-first, with office space available and in-person attendance as required by courts and clients. Associates have a 100-hour monthly billable requirement and opportunities to develop litigation skills, including serving as first chair early in their careers. The firm also offers ongoing learning and development, access to technology for caseload and communication management, and transparent advancement tracks and leadership opportunities. The stated salary range is $66,560–$110,700, with starting salary listed as $66,560 for a Resident and $104,000 for an Associate Attorney. Actual pay may vary based on experience, location, and other job-related factors. The position is full-time. Full-time employees are eligible for health insurance with an optional HSA, disability insurance, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, flexible spending accounts, a 401(k), vacation and sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs and certain-market commuter and transit programs may be available. Work from anywhere is eligible after six months.

Requirements

Be a 3L law student or recent graduate sitting for the February 2027 or July 2027 Bar exam.
Plan to reside in the state where applying and sit for the Bar in that state.
Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
Register for the upcoming February or July Bar exam.
Attain a passing score on the MPRE before sitting for the Bar exam.
Timely submit and obtain approval of the State Bar Character & Fitness application.
Submit a cover letter, law school transcript, and responses to the candidate questionnaire.
Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple responsibilities with attention to detail.
Work as part of a team in a respectful and growth-oriented environment.
Be eager to learn, grow, practice, and incorporate feedback.
Perform assigned duties and meet role expectations, with or without reasonable accommodations; candidates needing accommodation should advise the Director of People Operations in advance.

Nice To Haves

Experience in Family Law Clinics.
Mock Trial experience.

Responsibilities

Participate in MFL Academy’s Residency Program after sitting for the Bar exam.
Complete training in substantive family law and courtroom advocacy.
Develop skills in client conversion.
Study proactively, build confidence, ask questions, complete assignments, and prepare to handle client matters from start to finish upon completion of the Residency.
As an Associate Attorney, maintain direct client contact and manage family law matters, including divorce, child custody, and financial support.
As an Associate Attorney, meet the stated billable-hours requirement of 100 hours per month.
Develop litigation skills and, early in the career, have the opportunity to serve as first chair.
Work collaboratively in a respectful, growth-oriented environment and incorporate feedback.