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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.
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