Senior Family Law Attorney (Partner-Track) — Fully Remote

This Role

This is a role for a family law attorney who wants high\-level, complex cases, strong systems, and real support without the chaos, inefficiency, and politics of a traditional firm.

You will handle sophisticated matters for high\-caliber clients in a practice built for performance, organization, and long\-term growth.

At a Glance

• Fully remote

* 5\+ years California family law experience (Bay Area experience strongly preferred)

• High\-asset divorce and complex custody matters
• Partner\-track opportunity
• Base salary:
$190,000–$260,000 \+ significant bonus potential

What Makes This Role Different

* High\-quality clients: executives, founders, and high\-net\-worth individuals

* 99 percent collections rate: you are not chasing payments

* Strong support staff: you focus on legal work, not admin

* Systems\-driven practice: established templates, workflows, and organization

* Direct investment in your growth: mentorship, training, and business development support

You are set up to operate at a high level from day one.

What You Will Not Deal With

• Chasing clients for payment
• Disorganized case management
• Low\-quality or misaligned clients
• Administrative work that should be handled by support staff

Compensation

• Base salary:
$190,000–$260,000, depending on experience and expected contribution
• Significant bonus opportunities with
monthly, quarterly, and annual incentives tied to:
• Revenue generation
• Client origination
• Client satisfaction and performance
• Partner\-track with meaningful long\-term upside

This role is designed for attorneys who want to materially increase their income through performance and long\-term growth.

Flexibility and Family Support

• Supplemental maternity pay and
parental leave of 6 months or more
• Built by a founder with two young children who prioritizes a sustainable and supportive work environment
• Flexible ramp options:
• Full\-time salaried role
• Option to start hourly and scale over time

We are focused on long\-term fit, not short\-term output.

The Role

You will manage complex family law matters from start to finish, including:

• High\-asset divorce involving business interests and equity compensation
• High\-conflict custody disputes
• Strategic case planning, negotiation, and litigation
• Direct client management with a high\-touch service model

Depending on your experience and goals:

• You may work closely with our Managing Attorney Laura Chickering
• Or operate independently with the opportunity to hire, manage and mentor an associate

Partner\-Track and Growth

This is a true partner\-track role for the right candidate.

You will receive direct support from the firm’s founder in:

• Building and originating your own book of business
• Developing referral networks
• Growing into leadership

Commitment to Community

We take our role in the legal community seriously.

• We handle
pro bono matters and believe in using our skills to make a meaningful impact
• Our team is actively involved in
local bar associations and professional organizations
• We value attorneys who are not only strong advocates for their clients, but who also contribute to the broader community

We are looking for someone who shares that mindset.

Professional Development

• The firm will
pay for and actively support you in becoming a Certified Family Law Specialist
• Investment in
trial advocacy training (AAML) and ongoing professional development
• Direct mentorship to help you grow both technically and strategically as an attorney

We invest in you becoming exceptional at what you do.

About You

• Minimum
5\+ years of California family law experience

* Experience practicing in Bay Area counties strongly preferred

• Ability to independently run cases from intake through resolution
• Experience handling
complex financial and custody matters
• Strong litigation, negotiation, and strategic decision\-making skills
• High ownership and accountability
• Interest in long\-term growth with one firm
• Comfortable working in a fully remote, technology\-driven environment
• Values community involvement, professional contribution, and giving back

You know how to move cases forward and make sound strategic decisions.

About the Firm

• Boutique family law firm based in the San Francisco Bay Area
• Focus on complex, high\-stakes family law matters
• Team includes Managing Attorney, two Associate Attorneys, Of Counsel, and strong support staff
• We practice in San Francisco, Marin, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Alameda, and Contra Costa County.

We are a small, high\-performing team that takes pride in our work, our systems, and our results.

How We Operate

• Fully remote with structured systems and workflows
• Team Zoom every two weeks
• Weekly meetings for senior attorneys with their teams
• In\-person gatherings twice per year

Culture

• Small, collaborative, high\-performing team
• Direct communication and clear expectations
• Pride in results and professionalism
• Team that works hard and genuinely enjoys working together

Timing

We are selective and will wait for the right candidate.

To Apply

Submit your resume and a brief note addressing:

• The most complex case you have handled
• Your interest in partner\-track
• Your involvement in community or professional organizations
• The type of environment where you perform best

Job Types: Full\-time, Contract

Pay: $190,000\.00 \- $270,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Remote