Associate Attorney - Family Law

Are you a family law litigator who is fiercely passionate about advocating for clients during one of the most challenging times in their lives? If that sentence resonates with you, keep reading! Divorce With A Plan is seeking Associate Attorneys to join our team. We’re looking for Associate Attorneys who are interested in growing their experience in preparing and handling legal matters across the full spectrum of family law.

Areas covered include:

• Divorce proceedings (initiation through finalization)
• Alimony and spousal support
• Child custody and child support
• Real estate division

Apply now and take the next step in your legal career with Divorce With A Plan!

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• Assist clients by understanding their needs, analyzing each case, and developing tailored legal strategies.
• Assist in managing all aspects of divorce proceedings, including the division of marital assets and real estate.
• Draft pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, judgments, orders, discovery plans, and related legal documents for a high-volume caseload.
• Attend contested hearings and trials; design and execute litigation strategies.
• Assist in leading negotiations and mediations; propose and secure practical settlement pathways (e.g., MSAs, consent orders).
• Conduct and defend depositions; prepare clients, witnesses, and experts for testimony.
• Collaborate with senior partners, associates, and paralegals to efficiently move cases through litigation.
• Supervise and mentor paralegals; review work product and provide coaching.
• Maintain organized, compliant, and up-to-date client files.
• Set and manage client expectations, ensuring a positive client experience.
• Consistently meet quality, productivity, and client satisfaction goals.
• Contribute to process improvement and thought leadership in Maryland family law.

• Bachelor’s degree with a legal background and a J.D. degree are required.
• Member in good standing and actively involved with the ABA (American Bar Association).
• Previous criminal justice or other legal background preferred.
• Experience representing plaintiffs and defendants.
• Demonstrable negotiation and communication skills, particularly in stressful and emotional situations.
• Must be licensed to practice law in the State of MD (strong consideration for licensure in DC and VA).
• Prior experience representing clients in hearings, trials, and mediation is a plus.
• Persuasive writing skills and verbal communication skills are critical, along with management of support staff and interpersonal skills.
• Great legal research skills are a must.
• 1-3 years of family law experience.

$110,000-$135,000 per year DOE