Family Law Associate Attorney – Lexington, MA
We are seeking candidates for a Family Law Associate Attorney position with a successful family law firm located in Lexington, MA. The practice handles both contested and uncontested cases, including divorce, child custody, support, and post-judgment modifications. They are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented associate with 2-5+ years of relevant experience who is interested in developing their practice within a collaborative and supportive team environment. The position requires a minimum billable requirement of 1,200 hours annually.
This is a permanent position that will pay $120,000 – $150,000 on a base salary (depending on experience).
Responsibilities:
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Manage a family law caseload (typically 25–50 active matters) from initial filing through resolution, with support from senior attorneys and paralegals.
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Draft and file legal documents, including complaints, motions, affidavits, discovery requests, settlement agreements, and pretrial memoranda.
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Conduct legal research on Massachusetts family law issues, prepare legal memoranda, and assist in developing case strategy.
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Represent clients in Probate and Family Court proceedings, including hearings, motion practice, depositions, mediations, and trials.
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Counsel clients on matters including:
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Divorce and legal separation
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Child custody and parenting plans
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Child support and alimony/spousal support
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Property division
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Post-judgment modifications
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Paternity, adoption, guardianship, and restraining orders
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Work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure efficient case management and high-quality client service.
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Participate in client consultations, intake meetings, and ongoing communications to keep clients informed and manage expectations.
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Prepare for and attend mediations, settlement conferences, and other alternative dispute resolution proceedings.
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Maintain well-organized case files, track deadlines, and ensure compliance with the Massachusetts Rules of Civil Procedure and Probate and Family Court rules.
Qualifications:
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Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
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2-5+ years of family law litigation experience preferred, or strong civil litigation experience with exposure to family law matters.
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Experience handling contested cases, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and appearing in court.
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Active license to practice law in Massachusetts, in good standing with the Massachusetts Board of Bar Overseers.
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Admission to the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts is a plus.
If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please email your resume to Olivia at [email protected].
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