Job Description
Lindsey Wilson, PLLC is a leading family law firm known for delivering sophisticated representation in high-net-worth and high-conflict matters across the State of Florida. We represent a diverse clientele including public figures, professional athletes, and business owners in complex divorce, child custody, paternity, domestic violence, prenuptial agreement, and post-judgment modification and enforcement cases. We pride ourselves on our strategic, client-centered advocacy and our track record of success in and out of the courtroom.
As our caseload continues to grow, we are seeking a motivated and experienced Family Law Associate Attorney to join our dynamic and elite legal team.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and litigate family law cases from initial intake through final hearing, including divorce, paternity, custody, relocation, domestic violence, support modifications, and enforcement matters.
Conduct client consultations and develop legal strategy tailored to high-conflict and high-asset family law matters.
Draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, discovery, and settlement agreements with precision and legal sophistication.
Handle court appearances, evidentiary hearings, mediations, depositions, and, where applicable, trials.
Collaborate directly with the managing partner and team members to deliver exceptional client service and case outcomes.
Maintain clear and timely communication with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and third-party professionals.
Analyze financial records, business valuations, and asset structures in support of equitable distribution and support issues.
Qualifications
J.D. from an accredited law school.
Active and in good standing with The Florida Bar.
Minimum of 3 years of family law experience, preferably in a litigation-focused role.
Excellent writing, research, and courtroom advocacy skills.
High degree of emotional intelligence and professionalism when dealing with sensitive family law issues.
Familiarity with high-net-worth matters, complex financial discovery, and time-sharing issues strongly preferred.
Ability to manage a full caseload with minimal supervision while maintaining attention to detail.
Preferred Attributes
Experience representing professional athletes, public figures, or high-profile clients is a strong plus.
Prior experience with paternity, interstate/international custody disputes, and prenuptial agreements.
Working knowledge of wealth management, business valuation, and corporate structures is a benefit.
Proficiency with Clio or similar case management systems.
Bilingual skills are a plus.