Location: Tampa / St. Petersburg, Florida
Position Type: Remote with occasional travel
Mayersohn Law Group, P.A. is seeking a seasoned Family Law Attorney who thrives in a flexible, remote environment while delivering high‑level advocacy for clients navigating sensitive family matters. You'll handle a diverse caseload involving divorce, custody, support, post‑judgment issues, dependency, and domestic violence, using your litigation, negotiation, and strategic planning skills to drive meaningful outcomes.
Success in this position requires strong drafting and research abilities, sound judgment, excellent communication, and the professionalism needed to guide clients through emotionally charged situations. You'll collaborate closely with staff and experts, participate in case review meetings, maintain meticulous records, and consistently meet performance expectations as part of a supportive, growth‑oriented team.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Represent clients in a full range of family law matters, including divorce, custody, child and spousal support, post‑judgment issues, dependency, and domestic violence. Develop and execute tailored legal strategies. based on case facts, client goals, and applicable law.
- Prepare for and conduct hearings, mediations, negotiations, evidentiary proceedings, and trials with confidence and professionalism.
- Meet with clients regularly to discuss case progress, evaluate options, and determine next steps, ensuring proactive communication about significant developments.
- Draft, review, and supervise legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, settlement agreements, and contracts.
- Conduct legal research and case analysis to support litigation and settlement strategies.
- Collaborate with internal staff and external professionals, including expert witnesses, to strengthen case outcomes.
- Assign and oversee work performed by legal support staff to ensure accuracy, quality, and timeliness.
- Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and firm standards.
- Provide the firm with copies of all client‑provided and attorney‑drafted documents to support seamless case management.
- Track billable time and value delivered in accordance with firm policies and expectations.
- Participate in bi‑weekly case review meetings with firm leadership to assess strategy, support needs, and payment status.
- Contribute to firm performance by meeting key metrics, demonstrating accountability, and supporting a collaborative team culture.
- Travel to Tampa and St. Petersburg courts as needed for hearings, trials, and other proceedings.
QUALIFICATIONS
- A licensed Florida attorney in good standing with a JD from an accredited law school.
- In good, current standing with the Florida State Bar.
- An experienced family law practitioner with at least three years of experience handling divorce, custody, support, post‑judgment issues, dependency, and domestic violence matters.
- A confident litigator with proven experience preparing for and conducting hearings, trials, mediations, and negotiations.
- A strong legal writer with the ability to draft high‑quality pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, and settlement agreements.
- A strategic thinker who can analyze case facts, identify risks, and develop client‑centered legal strategies.
- An organized professional who can manage a demanding caseload while maintaining meticulous records and meeting deadlines.
- A clear, empathetic communicator who can guide clients through emotionally charged situations with discretion and professionalism.
- A proactive problem‑solver who takes ownership of tasks, anticipates needs, and follows through consistently.
- Someone comfortable working remotely, managing digital workflows, and maintaining accountability in a virtual environment.
- Someone who holds a valid driver's license and reliable transportation for occasional travel.
- Experience with remote work (preferred).
Physical Requirements:
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
- Must be able to travel as needed.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Fully remote role with flexible scheduling. Consistent flow of qualified family law cases.
- No marketing, intake, or lead‑generation responsibilities.
- Administrative and paralegal support provided.
- Competitive hourly compensation with predictable payments.
- Autonomy in managing your caseload and litigation strategy.
- Collaborative case review meetings with firm leadership.
- Opportunity to work with an established, AV‑rated, woman‑owned firm.
- Meaningful, mission‑driven work supporting families.
- A supportive and inclusive company culture.
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DISCLOSURES:
This job description is not intended to cover every duty or responsibility required for this role. Responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
Mayersohn Law Group, P.A. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.
Employment with Mayersohn Law Group, P.A. is at‑will. Only a written agreement signed by the Managing Partner can modify the at‑will employment status.