Family Associate Attorney

At The Florida Probate & Family Law Firm, we help individuals and families navigate some of life’s most complex legal matters with compassion, integrity, and excellence.

Our firm provides legal services in family law, probate, estate planning, and guardianship, with a strong focus on personalized attention, clear communication, and building lasting relationships with the people we serve. Our diverse, multilingual team serves clients in English, Spanish, and Arabic, helping us provide accessible and culturally responsive support to families throughout Florida.

We believe exceptional client service starts with an exceptional team. We value professionals who take pride in their work, communicate effectively, continue to learn and grow, and genuinely care about the people they work with and serve.

As we continue to grow, we are committed to creating a professional, collaborative environment where team members can develop their skills, contribute meaningful work, and play an important role in delivering the high standard of service our clients deserve.

Pay: $100,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Job description:

The position includes a signing bonus, generous quarterly incentive compensation (IC) plan, and a discretionary end of year bonus as well. The position is Hybrid.

Responsibilities

• Ensure clients are effectively represented at court hearings as needed
• Handle the division of marital assets, including real estate, during divorce proceedings as needed
• Advocate on behalf of clients by understanding their needs, effectively analyzing the situation and forming a strategy for a plan of action
• Work closely with paralegals and senior partners to ensure swift action through the civil litigation process
• Organize and maintain client files to ensure they are kept current
• Work in a hybrid model based out of the Miami office, with periodic in-person days and travel as needed.
• Represent clients in divorce proceedings, including high-conflict matters—handling motion practice, discovery, mediation, and evidentiary hearings.
• Conduct comprehensive client assessments; analyze facts and law; and design, execute, and continuously refine litigation and settlement strategies aligned to client objectives.
• Advocate effectively at hearings, mediations, and conferences, delivering clear oral arguments and principled negotiation to drive durable resolutions.
• Draft and perfect pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, judgments, proposed orders, and related contracts across a high-volume docket.
• Collaborate closely with paralegals, partners, and outside professionals to ensure timely matter progression and high-quality work product.
• Manage the equitable distribution of marital assets—including real property, business interests, and retirement accounts—retaining financial and valuation experts as appropriate.
• Maintain meticulous file management and deadline control, ensuring strict compliance with the Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, local rules, and e-filing/e-service protocols.
• Provide precise legal counsel and draft marital property, prenuptial, and postnuptial agreements that reflect client goals and Florida law.
• Perform targeted legal research and develop work plans that anticipate risks, evidentiary needs, and settlement opportunities.
• Communicate proactively and professionally with clients, opposing counsel, experts, and court personnel to keep cases moving and expectations clear.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree with a legal background and Juris Doctor degree required
• Must have worked on family law issues for at least 1-2 years; handling of real estate also required
• Proven record of success in advocating for plaintiffs and defendants
• Great negotiation and communication skills, particularly in stressful and emotional situations
• Prior work or studies in criminal justice preferred
• Juris Doctor from an accredited U.S. law school.
• Active member of the Florida Bar in good standing.
• ABA membership and Spanish proficiency are strong pluses.
• Minimum 4 years of family law litigation experience, including contested and uncontested matters.
• Demonstrated success advocating in trials, mediations, and evidentiary hearings.
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills, with composure in highly emotional, high-stress situations.
• Proven ability to manage a heavy caseload with minimal supervision while meeting deadlines.
• Working knowledge of real-estate issues that intersect with family law (e.g., title, homestead, QDROs, equity distribution).
• Strong legal research and writing skills with meticulous attention to detail and file hygiene.
• Familiarity with Florida Family Law Rules of Procedure, local rules, and e-filing/e-service protocols.

Compensation
$100,000 - $150,000 yearly + generous incentive compensation + signing bonus + discretionary end of year bonus

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Family law: 3 years (Required)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Florida Bar License (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Coral Gables, FL 33134