Family Law Associate Attorney

Family Law Associate Attorney - Lexington, MA

We are seeking candidates for a Family Law Associate Attorney position with a successful family law firm located in Lexington, MA. The practice handles both contested and uncontested cases, including divorce, child custody, support, and post-judgment modifications. They are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented associate with 2-5+ years of relevant experience who is interested in developing their practice within a collaborative and supportive team environment. The position requires a minimum billable requirement of 1,200 hours annually.

This is a permanent position that will pay $120,000 - $150,000 on a base salary (depending on experience).

Responsibilities:

• Manage a family law caseload (typically 25–50 active matters) from initial filing through resolution, with support from senior attorneys and paralegals.

• Draft and file legal documents, including complaints, motions, affidavits, discovery requests, settlement agreements, and pretrial memoranda.

• Conduct legal research on Massachusetts family law issues, prepare legal memoranda, and assist in developing case strategy.

• Represent clients in Probate and Family Court proceedings, including hearings, motion practice, depositions, mediations, and trials.

  • Counsel clients on matters including:

  • Divorce and legal separation

  • Child custody and parenting plans

  • Child support and alimony/spousal support

  • Property division

  • Post-judgment modifications

  • Paternity, adoption, guardianship, and restraining orders

• Work closely with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff to ensure efficient case management and high-quality client service.

• Participate in client consultations, intake meetings, and ongoing communications to keep clients informed and manage expectations.

• Prepare for and attend mediations, settlement conferences, and other alternative dispute resolution proceedings.

• Maintain well-organized case files, track deadlines, and ensure compliance with the Massachusetts Rules of Civil Procedure and Probate and Family Court rules.

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

• 2-5+ years of family law litigation experience preferred, or strong civil litigation experience with exposure to family law matters.

• Experience handling contested cases, including drafting pleadings, managing discovery, and appearing in court.

• Active license to practice law in Massachusetts, in good standing with the Massachusetts Board of Bar Overseers.

• Admission to the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts is a plus.

If you are interested in learning more about this opportunity, please email your resume to Olivia at ociviello@daleyaa.com. 

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