Job Description

Job Description

** Attorney Job Description: Litigation/Family Law**

** Who We Are**

At Smith Law, we don’t just practice law — we build careers, relationships, and a culture rooted in excellence, accountability, and growth. We are not just a firm of “practitioners” we operate with an entrepreneurial mindset. We are a relationship firm that is transforming legal services from transactional to relational. This is not a place for “just getting by.” We are a team of A-Players hungry to exceed expectations, both financially and in the service we deliver to clients in Kentucky and Ohio.

** About the Role**

We are seeking an experienced Litigation Attorney with a strong focus on Family Law to join our growing firm. This is a high-stakes, client-facing role that requires a "Guardian of Urgency" mindset. You will be stepping into a fast-paced environment where you will immediately manage a caseload of litigation & family law matters.

The ideal candidate will be licensed in both Kentucky and Ohio to support our regional representation.

** Who You Are**

• ** The "Relentless Follow-Up" Advocate:** You understand that "the fortune is in the follow-up." You do not allow clients to feel ignored, confused, or forgotten.
• ** The Solution-Oriented Litigator:** You don't just present problems; you always come with proposed solutions.
• ** The High-Hustle Performer:** You possess the "grit" and "hustle" to manage 50-60 hour weeks when trial schedules demand it.
• ** Soft Skill Expert:** You have the empathy to "hold a client's hand" through trauma but the firmness to assert your authority as a legal expert.
• ** The High-Performer:** You take extreme ownership of your productivity, billing and client outcomes. You understand that real-time, daily time entry is a reflection of professional integrity and ensures the firm remains a high-functioning engine that can reinvest in its team and clients.

** What You’ll Do**

• ** Litigate with Excellence:** Represent clients in Family Law (divorce, custody, support) and general civil litigation matters.
• ** Manage Case Life Cycles:** Drive cases toward resolution within 12 months, ensuring all scheduling orders are strictly followed.
• ** Proactive Client Communication:** Conduct personal phone calls and digital follow-up to every client on your list to ensure they are informed, supported, and cared for.
• ** Draft & Negotiate:** Proactively prepare clean, polished, and thoughtful drafts (pleadings, discovery, correspondence).
• ** Strategic Growth:** Work with our Executive Assistant (EA) and Case Managers to identify risks early and optimize case values.

** Requirements**

• ** Experience:** Minimum 3–5 years of litigation experience, specifically in Family Law.
• ** Licensure:** JD from an accredited school; currently licensed in Kentucky (required) and Ohio (highly preferred or willing to waive in).
• ** Soft Skills:** Proven ability to build trust and de-escalate frustrated clients.
• ** Urgency:** A "Code Red" mindset regarding deadlines and time entry.

** What We Offer**

• ** Uncapped Earning Potential:** Base salary with performance-based bonuses tied to billable hours and collections.($80k–$125k+) with referral client bonuses and dedicated hours a hustler mindset doubles the listed pay range
• ** Culture & Perks:** A pet-friendly office, bourbon barrel picks, membership and discounts at Revival Vintage Spirits (our Principal's establishment/bourbon bar) team tours, and "Work-from-home Wednesdays."
• ** Growth Support:** Dedicated intake and Case Management teams to handle administrative "fire drills" so you can focus on the client experience and winning strategies.

** Benefits**

Medical Insurance 50%, Matching 401k up to 4%, Malpractice Insurance, Company Laptop, Membership Stipends, Paid CLE, Bonus Program, Paid Time Off (Minimum two weeks), Work from Home Wednesday, Relocation assistance offered for the right candidate

** Ready to Be the Bar?** Apply now to join our firm.