Resident (Law Clerk) / Associate

Modern Family Law (MFL) is a rapidly expanding national law firm specializing in Family Law, seeking 3Ls and recent graduates for their Residency Program. This role offers training in family law and courtroom advocacy, with mentorship and the opportunity to transition to an Associate Attorney position upon passing the Bar exam.

Responsibilities

• Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple responsibilities with attention to detail
• Work as part of a team in a respectful and growth-oriented environment
• Be eager to learn, grow, practice, and incorporate feedback
• Complete training and develop skills in client conversion
• Proactively study, build confidence, ask questions, complete assignments, and prepare to handle client matters from start to finish upon completion of Residency

Skills

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school
• Register for the upcoming July or February Bar exam
• Attain a passing score on the MPRE before sitting for the Bar exam
• Timely submission and approval of Character & Fitness application by the State Bar
• Submission of cover letter, law school transcript, and responses to candidate questionnaire
• Experience in Family Law Clinics is a plus
• Mock Trial experience is a plus

Benefits

• Remote-First Setting  with Brick and Mortar Space Available (in-person as required by courts & clients).
• Low billable hours requirement (100 per month) as an Associate Attorney.
• Access to cutting-edge technology to manage your caseload and communication.
• Ongoing Learning and Development support.
• Transparent advancement tracks and leadership opportunities.
• Full-time employees will be eligible for health insurance with an optional HSA, short-term disability, long-term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.
• Additional voluntary programs include voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance, and pet insurance.
• Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Work from Anywhere -- eligible after 6 months

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