Managing Attorney

Managing Attorney

Mesa, AZ | Hybrid Role

We are seeking a Managing Attorney to lead a legal practice while partnering closely with leadership on strategy and growth. This role is ideal for an experienced attorney who enjoys running cases, leading teams, and shaping how a firm operates. The Managing Attorney will have meaningful decision‑making authority over case strategy, legal standards, team development, and day‑to‑day operations, while maintaining a manageable and intentional billable load.

• Oversee case strategy, legal analysis, and representation across the firm.
• Personally handle complex matters, hearings, mediations, and settlement conferences.
• Review and approve pleadings, motions, declarations, and key client communications.
• Serve as the escalation point for high‑risk cases and sensitive client matters.

• Supervise and mentor Associate Attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff.
• Set clear expectations around quality, ethics, deadlines, and client service.
• Balance caseload distribution to ensure sustainability and strong outcomes.
• Contribute to hiring, onboarding, and training as the firm grows.

• Establish and maintain firm‑wide legal standards, templates, and workflows.
• Ensure compliance with ethical rules, court deadlines, and internal policies.
• Partner with leadership on firm strategy, process improvement, and growth initiatives.
• Participate in networking, community involvement, and business development efforts aligned with the firm’s mission.

• 1st month: 10 hours billed per week
• 2nd month: 15 hours billed per week
• 3rd month and beyond: 20 hours billed per week
• Remaining time dedicated to leadership, mentorship, and firm operations

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active Arizona State Bar license in good standing
• 5+ years of legal practice experience; litigation or family law experience preferred
• Demonstrated ability to manage cases independently from start to resolution
• Prior experience mentoring, supervising, or leading legal teams strongly preferred
• Strong legal writing, analytical, and communication skills
• High emotional intelligence, sound judgment, and a client‑centered mindset
• Comfortable balancing legal work with leadership and operational decision‑making

• Regularly required to talk or hear
• Frequently use hands or fingers; handle or feel objects, tools, or controls
• Required to stand, walk, sit, and reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• Noise level is usually low to moderate
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions