Senior Family Law Litigation Attorney

MLG
  • Fort Lauderdale, Florida
    5 days ago

    Job Description

    Senior Family Law Litigation Attorney

    Full-Time | Hybrid (2 Remote / 3 On-Site) | Fort Lauderdale, FL
    $155,000–$185,000 + Benefits


    Mayersohn Law Group, P.A. is seeking a Senior Family Law Attorney with strong litigation and trial experience to handle complex, high-value family law cases. This role is ideal for an experienced family law attorney who can independently manage divorce, custody, and high-asset matters from intake through resolution.

    We are looking for a strategic, courtroom-ready attorney with experience in contested family law litigation, including hearings, mediations, and trial proceedings. Trial experience is strongly preferred.

    Why Join Mayersohn Law Group

    • High-value family law cases (not volume-based)
    • Competitive compensation with performance-based structure
    • Hybrid schedule (2 remote days per week)
    • Dedicated paralegal and administrative support
    • Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)
    • PTO and paid holidays
    • Structured systems and operational support
    • AV-rated, litigation-focused law firm

    Key Responsibilities

    Family Law Litigation

    • Serve as lead family law attorney on divorce, custody, support, and post-judgment matters
    • Handle contested family law cases, including high-asset divorce and complex custody disputes
    • Represent clients in hearings, mediations, settlement negotiations, and trial
    • Maintain strong courtroom presence and advocacy

    Case Strategy and Management

    • Develop and execute litigation strategies for complex family law matters
    • Identify risks, financial issues, and evidentiary challenges early
    • Manage cases from intake through final resolution with full ownership
    • Maintain organized, deadline-driven case management

    Legal Drafting and Analysis

    • Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, and settlement agreements
    • Conduct legal research and apply strong analytical reasoning
    • Prepare cases for hearings, mediation, and trial

    Client Communication

    • Advise clients on legal strategy, risk, and case progression
    • Communicate clearly and professionally in sensitive situations
    • Manage expectations with a high level of discretion and empathy


    Qualifications

    Required

    • Significant Florida family law experience
    • Strong litigation background in family law cases
    • Courtroom experience (hearings, evidentiary proceedings; trial preferred)
    • Active Florida Bar license in good standing
    • Ability to manage cases independently
    • Ability to meet billable hour requirements

    Preferred

    • Trial experience in family law matters
    • Experience with high-asset divorce, business valuation, or complex financial issues
    • Experience mentoring or leading support staff

    Core Skills

    • Family law litigation and case strategy
    • Courtroom advocacy and trial preparation
    • Legal writing and drafting
    • Case management and organization
    • Client communication and relationship management
    • Strategic thinking and decision-making


    About Mayersohn Law Group, P.A.

    Mayersohn Law Group is an AV-rated, NAMWOLF-certified South Florida law firm focused on high-level litigation across family law, criminal defense, real estate, and commercial matters.

    The firm is known for handling complex, high-stakes cases with a strategic, results-driven approach.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationFort Lauderdale, Florida

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