[Hiring] Family Law Contract Attorney @Chowdhury Divorce Law Group

Role Description

If you are a skilled Virginia family law attorney committed to a healthier, part-time way to practice and looking for a meaningful, high-impact contract opportunity that prioritizes collaboration, client well-being, and flexibility, Chowdhury Divorce Law Group is the place for you. We are a fully remote firm serving clients across Northern Virginia and are seeking an experienced attorney for a consistent, flexible, part-time role.

• Contract Rate: $75 - $150 per hour
• Target Hours: 10-20 hours per week, offering excellent flexibility for your existing schedule
• Fully Remote: Candidates must be locally based in Northern Virginia to handle court appearances when necessary
• Support: Access to firm systems and support staff (paralegals, admin staff, and leadership accessibility) to ensure efficiency and focus on legal work
• Collaboration: Join a supportive team dedicated to collaborative strategy and reducing conflict

As this is a contract position, the attorney will not receive firm benefits, including health insurance, paid time off, or 401(k) contributions.

At Chowdhury Divorce Law Group, we believe that how a case is handled matters as much as how it resolves. Every decision we make, from the first client call to the final order, is guided by a commitment to resolution over conflict and long-term stability over short-term wins.

• Lead client consultations to understand their needs and guide them toward amicable resolutions.
• Draft, review, and revise legal documents with a focus on clarity and resolution.
• Collaborate with opposing counsel to foster a cooperative and productive negotiation environment.
• Prepare for and represent clients in court when necessary, ensuring their interests are protected.
• Maintain open communication with clients, providing updates and managing expectations effectively.
• Utilize firm resources and support staff to enhance efficiency and focus on high-value legal work.
• Participate in team strategy sessions to develop innovative approaches to case management and resolution.

Qualifications

• MUST BE AN ACTIVE MEMBER OF THE VIRGINIA STATE BAR IN GOOD STANDING TO BE CONSIDERED.
• Minimum 5 years of Virginia family law experience.
• Experience handling a range of family law matters, including divorce, custody, visitation, support, enforcement, and modifications to existing orders.
• Demonstrated strength in negotiation and settlement strategy, with a practice philosophy that treats court as a last resort, not a first response.
• Strong legal research, drafting, and written communication skills.
• Clear, confident verbal communication with clients and opposing counsel.
• A genuinely client-centered approach, with the ability to guide clients toward decisions that serve their long-term interests, not just their immediate impulses.
• Proven ability to manage a part-time workload, meet deadlines, and work independently in a remote environment while maintaining consistent communication.
• Mediation training or collaborative law certification is a plus.