Family Law Attorney
Coastal Wave Recruiting
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Our client is a highly respected, growth-oriented law firm seeking experienced Family Law attorneys to join its expanding California practice. This opportunity is ideal for attorneys who want sophisticated work, meaningful client relationships, and a clear path to long-term advancement and ownership in a collegial, high-performing environment.
Open Levels:
- 7th–10th Year Associate
- Senior Counsel / Partner-Track (20+ Years Experience)
Bonus & Incentives:
- 1,850 billable hours: $10,000 bonus
- 1,900+ hours: $5,000–$7,500 per additional 50 hours (band-dependent)
- Uncapped production bonuses
- $5,000 year-end holiday bonus (prorated first year)
- 10% origination credit on self-generated business
Culture Highlights:
- Highly collegial, transparent, and collaborative environment
- Long-tenured attorneys across multiple offices
- Weekly Friday breakfasts and monthly firm lunches
- Birthday and anniversary celebrations
- Signature firm events: holiday party, retreats, summer socials
- Robust pro bono program supporting 35+ organizations
- Student work programs supporting local high school students
Partnership / Shareholder Track:
Shareholder Levels:
- Non-Voting Shareholder
- Voting Shareholder
(Both levels carry equal equity)
Eligibility Guidelines:
Non-Voting Shareholder
- 8–10+ years of practice
- Internal candidates: $375k–$400k+ recurring book (sustained 2+ years)
- Lateral candidates: $500k–$750k+ recurring book
Voting Shareholder
- Internal or lateral: $1MM+ recurring book over 2–3 years
Thresholds subject to change based on firm needs and market conditions.
Requirements
- Current CA State License
- Strong job stability
- Solid academic credentials
- Recent and meaningful experience in the relevant practice area
- No insurance defense backgrounds (especially where insurer conflicts may arise)
- Hybrid schedule: 1–2 WFH days/week after training
- Training period (first ~3 months): in-office daily
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Firm-paid life insurance
- 401(k) (non-matching)
- Unlimited PTO (performance-based approval)
- Paid or reimbursed parking (office-dependent)
- In-house MCLEs + support for external training
Summary
Experienced family law attorneys needed for California firm with growth and partnership prospects
Job title
Family Law Attorney
Experience level
7+ years
Minimum experience
7+ years exp
Industry
law
Location requirements
Los Angeles, California, with hybrid remote work allowed
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Los Angeles, CA, USA