Senior Family Lawyer

Marshall & Taylor, PLLC

Senior Family Lawyer

Raleigh, NC
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    We are an established and growing family law firm based in Raleigh, North Carolina, focused on delivering exceptional legal representation during some of the most important moments in clients’ lives. Our firm values professionalism, strong advocacy, sound judgment, and a supportive team environment. We handle complex and high-asset family law matters and are committed to developing strong attorneys at every level. We are seeking a Senior Family Law Attorney to take on a leadership role within our firm. This position is designed for an experienced family law attorney who is comfortable managing sophisticated cases independently while also mentoring and training associate attorneys. This is not an entry-level or mid-level role. We are looking for a highly skilled practitioner who brings deep experience, sound strategic judgment, and the ability to guide others. Compensation reflects senior-level responsibility and performance, comparable to what many firms pay non-equity partners. We offer a highly competitive compensation package designed to attract top-tier family law talent in the Raleigh market. Compensation- Base Salary: $180,000–$275,000+, depending on experience, reputation, and performance Cover Letter Required: Please address the following in your cover letter: • Years of dedicated family law experience • Examples of complex family law matters handled as lead counsel • Experience managing cases independently • Experience mentoring or supervising other attorneys • Courtroom and contested hearing experience Applications without a cover letter addressing these issues will not be considered. All applications are COMPLETELY CONFIDENTIAL. Responsibilities: • Independently manage complex family law matters, including: • High-asset divorce • Custody and visitation disputes • Alimony and child support • Equitable distribution • Serve as lead attorney on cases from intake through resolution • Develop legal strategy and provide high-level counsel to clients • Mentor and train associate attorneys on legal strategy, courtroom preparation, and client management • Review pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements prepared by associates • Appear in court as needed and provide guidance on litigation strategy • Collaborate with firm leadership to improve processes and practice standards Qualifications: • Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school • Active license to practice law in North Carolina • 8-10+ years of dedicated family law experience required • Demonstrated ability to handle complex and emotionally charged cases with professionalism • Applicants must have served as lead counsel on complex family law matters • Proven leadership, mentorship, and training capabilities • Strong courtroom presence, legal writing, and negotiation skills • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision • Serve as lead strategist on high-asset divorce cases • Independently manage matters from intake through trial • Train and mentor associate attorneys • Review and approve associates’ work product • This role is not suitable for entry-level or mid-level attorneys Compensation: $180,000 – $275,000+ DOE

    • Independently manage complex family law matters, including: • High-asset divorce • Custody and visitation disputes • Alimony and child support • Equitable distribution • Serve as lead attorney on cases from intake through resolution • Develop legal strategy and provide high-level counsel to clients • Mentor and train associate attorneys on legal strategy, courtroom preparation, and client management • Review pleadings, motions, and settlement agreements prepared by associates • Appear in court as needed and provide guidance on litigation strategy • Collaborate with firm leadership to improve processes and practice standards

  • Compensation
    $120,000 per year