Family Law Attorney Rockville, MD Full-Time | $95,000–$150,000/year (commensurate with experience) Z Family Law is on a mission to redefine the practice of family law. We don’t just guide clients through legal matters—we empower them to build brighter futures. If you’re a skilled and compassionate attorney ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to join our dynamic and growing team. Why Join Us? • Purpose-Driven Work : Be part of a team committed to helping families through major life transitions with dignity, compassion, and clarity. • Professional Growth : Work in a forward-thinking environment where your contributions are valued and your career can thrive. • Positive Culture: Join a collaborative, mission-oriented team that supports both personal and professional balance. Compensation & Benefits • Salary : $95,000–$150,000/year, based on experience • Benefits Package Includes : • Health insurance contributions • 401(k) with 4% employer match • Life insurance and short-term disability coverage • Cell phone allowance • Flexible paid time off • Reimbursement for approved CLEs and bar dues Who You Are • An experienced family law attorney with a strong foundation in areas such as divorce, custody, support, and property division • A client-focused advocate who communicates with compassion and clarity • A collaborative team player who thrives in a mission-driven environment • Eager to grow professionally and contribute to a firm that's changing the face of family law Ready to Help Clients Begin Again? If you're ready to do work that matters—apply today. Join us at Z Family Law and help reshape what’s possible for families. Responsibilities: As a Senior Attorney, you will play a vital role in delivering compassionate, high-quality legal services to clients. You will manage a full caseload of family law matters—including divorce, custody, support, property division, and domestic violence—from start to finish. Your work will involve strategic planning, legal drafting, court representation, and regular client communication. Collaboration with colleagues and staff is essential to achieving the best possible outcomes. Your Core Responsibilities: • Represent: Provide experienced legal counsel and advocacy in all areas of family law. Guide clients through complex and emotionally charged situations with empathy and clarity. • Litigate: Manage every stage of litigation—from pleadings and discovery to negotiations, hearings, trials, and post-judgment proceedings—using a strategic, results-oriented approach. • Advocate: Deliver persuasive, thematically driven arguments in court and settlement discussions while upholding the highest ethical and professional standards. • Negotiate: Lead negotiations and mediations to help clients reach fair, practical, and client-focused resolutions. • Strategize: Create and execute tailored legal strategies that align with each client’s unique goals and circumstances. • Collaborate: Work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure cases are handled efficiently, accurately, and in line with firm procedures. • Connect: Build strong, trusting relationships with clients by offering responsive, transparent, and solution-driven support throughout the legal process. • Deliver: Meet an annual billable requirement of 1,560 hours, reflecting your commitment to excellence and consistent client service. • Manage: Oversee your cases in accordance with firm policies and best practices, ensuring consistency, quality, and accountability. • Learn: Stay current on legal developments in family law and fulfill continuing legal education requirements to ensure your legal knowledge remains sharp and relevant. • Own: Take full ownership of case development and legal document preparation, including pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement agreements, and prenuptial agreements. Qualifications: • Must hold a valid license to practice law in Maryland and preferably in DC and/or Virginia. • Demonstrated experience of 3-5 years in handling family law cases in Maryland and/or DC. • Proven track record in litigating and negotiating with successful courtroom experience. • Ability to collaborate effectively with other legal professionals and support staff to achieve optimal client outcomes. • Excellent skills in legal research, writing, and oral advocacy, with exceptional written and verbal communication abilities to advocate for clients both in and out of court. • Comfortable and proficient with technology to enhance client accessibility and team collaboration. • Exceptional organizational and time management skills to handle multiple cases, prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, and achieve billable targets while delivering top-tier client service. • Approach every case with empathy, compassion, and a strong commitment to understanding and meeting client needs. • Fluency in Spanish is an added advantage. Compensation: $95,000 - $150,000 yearly DOE
• As a Senior Attorney, you will play a vital role in delivering compassionate, high-quality legal services to clients. You will manage a full caseload of family law matters—including divorce, custody, support, property division, and domestic violence—from start to finish. Your work will involve strategic planning, legal drafting, court representation, and regular client communication. Collaboration with colleagues and staff is essential to achieving the best possible outcomes.Your Core Responsibilities: • Represent: Provide experienced legal counsel and advocacy in all areas of family law. Guide clients through complex and emotionally charged situations with empathy and clarity. • Litigate: Manage every stage of litigation—from pleadings and discovery to negotiations, hearings, trials, and post-judgment proceedings—using a strategic, results-oriented approach. • Advocate: Deliver persuasive, thematically driven arguments in court and settlement discussions while upholding the highest ethical and professional standards. • Negotiate: Lead negotiations and mediations to help clients reach fair, practical, and client-focused resolutions. • Strategize: Create and execute tailored legal strategies that align with each client’s unique goals and circumstances. • Collaborate: Work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure cases are handled efficiently, accurately, and in line with firm procedures. • Connect: Build strong, trusting relationships with clients by offering responsive, transparent, and solution-driven support throughout the legal process. • Deliver: Meet an annual billable requirement of 1,560 hours, reflecting your commitment to excellence and consistent client service. • Manage: Oversee your cases in accordance with firm policies and best practices, ensuring consistency, quality, and accountability. • Learn: Stay current on legal developments in family law and fulfill continuing legal education requirements to ensure your legal knowledge remains sharp and relevant. • Own: Take full ownership of case development and legal document preparation, including pleadings, motions, discovery, settlement agreements, and prenuptial agreements.