Associate Attorney
SMB Team
Senior Family Law Attorney
About this role
Our client, a thriving, well-established law firm expanding into North Carolina is offering a ground floor opportunity as the Senior Attorney skilled in Family Law Litigation to open their Charlotte (SouthPark) office!
Join a law firm that values compassion and individuality, guiding clients through unique family law matters with empathy. If you want to make a real impact and are passionate about advocacy and client service, we want to hear from you!
Why Join this Firm?
The Firm offers exceptional legal staff, advanced technology, and world-class marketing and client retention systems that will support you to expand the family law practice.
The law firm is mission-driven firm fosters a collaborative, values-based culture where every team member’s voice matters. They are a firm that believes all learn from each other: the partners can learn as much from their valued paralegals as the associates can from the administrative team, and vice versa.
What You’ll Do
- Lead family law cases from intake to resolution: divorce, custody, support, alimony, and paternity.
- Litigate family law cases from inception, to settlement or trial.
- Meet divorce clients with empathy and strong advocacy.
- Develop strategic case approaches through thorough research and analysis.
- Draft legal pleadings, motions, briefs, and court documents.
- Explain complex legal issues and support clients throughout their domestic relations case.
- Advocate for clients in family law court, mediations, and depositions.
- Negotiate and finalize settlements.
- Stay abreast of family law statutes and case law.
- Collaborate with a dedicated, supportive legal team.
- Consistently deliver results and meet deadlines, communicating case statuses to the partnership on a regular basis.
What You’ll Need
- Extensive NC Family Law attorney experience
- JD from accredited law school
- Active North Carolina Bar license
- Ability to manage associate attorneys
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate, client-focused work ethic
- Ownership mindset and drive to succeed
Benefits & Compensation
- 401(k) with company match
- Health Insurance 100% paid for the employee
- Competitive base salary plus incentives
- Opportunity for expansion and growth
Compensation
Base salary $140,000 – 170,000, plus bonus and incentive opportunity and future leadership of an expanding office. Complete and total back office support and a proven marketing/leads system provided. A comprehensive benefits package and retirement plan are offered.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Senior Family Law Attorney role at SMB Team?
The listed salary for this Senior Family Law Attorney position at SMB Team is USD 140K–170K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Senior Family Law Attorney position at SMB Team located?
This Senior Family Law Attorney role at SMB Team is based in Charlotte, North Carolina, United States. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Senior Family Law Attorney role at SMB Team full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Senior Family Law Attorney role at SMB Team.
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When was the Senior Family Law Attorney job at SMB Team posted?
This Senior Family Law Attorney position at SMB Team was posted on Sep 30, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
Senior Family Law Attorney
SMB Team · 💰 USD 140K–170K
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