[Hiring] Family Law Attorney @Orion Placement

Role Description

Independently manage a family law caseload from initial consultation through resolution.

• Prepare for and appear at hearings, motions, mediations, settlement conferences, and trials.
• Draft substantive motions, pleadings, declarations, discovery requests, responses, and other legal documents.
• Handle complex financial disclosures and property division issues in divorce matters.
• Advocate for clients in child custody, parenting plan, child support, spousal support, and domestic violence matters.
• Develop practical litigation and settlement strategies based on each client's goals.
• Communicate directly with clients and provide clear, thoughtful guidance throughout emotionally challenging matters.
• Negotiate effectively with opposing counsel while remaining prepared to litigate when necessary.
• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to deliver excellent client service.

Qualifications

• Active Washington State Bar license required.
• 2+ years of family law experience required.
• Experience independently managing family law matters.
• Courtroom, hearing, motion practice, discovery, and legal drafting experience.
• Strong client communication, negotiation, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team.
• Professional judgment and confidence interacting directly with clients and appearing in court.
• Established caseload or portable business preferred.

Requirements

• Candidates must be actively licensed to practice law in Washington.
• At least 2+ years of family law experience.
• Ability to attend in-person court appearances and client meetings when required.

Benefits

• Compensation of $120,000 to $160,000 based on experience.
• Remote flexibility within Washington State.
• Employer-matched 401(k) plan and health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Retirement plan.
• Vision insurance.
• Meaningful autonomy over your caseload and client relationships.
• Collegial, team-oriented culture with experienced attorneys and support staff.
• Strong opportunities for professional advancement, including a potential path to partnership.
• An environment that values excellent legal work without sacrificing quality of life.