Resident/Associate Attorney Spring '27

About the Role

Modern Family Law (MFL) is seeking 3Ls and recent graduates to participate in the MFL Academy's Residency Program. This role is hybrid, requiring residency in the state of application. Participants will receive training in substantive family law and courtroom advocacy, with mentorship to transition to an Associate Attorney position upon passing the Bar.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in training for substantive family law and courtroom advocacy.
• Receive mentorship from the MFL Learning & Development department and legal teams.
• Develop skills in client conversion.
• Proactively study, build confidence, ask questions, complete assignments, and prepare to handle client matters from start to finish.
• Manage multiple responsibilities with attention to detail in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Work as part of a team in a respectful and growth-oriented environment.
• Thrive in a remote-first setting with brick and mortar space available.
• Engage in direct client contact and case management on matters involving divorce, child custody, financial support, and more.
• Practice and develop litigation skills as first chair early in your career.
• Utilize cutting-edge technology to manage caseload and communication.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Register for the upcoming February 2027 Bar exam or July 2027 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.
• Experience in Family Law Clinics is a plus.
• Mock Trial experience is a plus.
• Submission of cover letter, law school transcript, and responses to candidate questionnaire.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with attention to detail.
• Eagerness to learn, grow, practice, and incorporate feedback.

Compensation & Benefits

• Resident Salary: $72,800
• Associate Attorney Starting Salary: $115,000 (base)
• Associate Attorney Total Possible Earnings: $138,700 per year
• Low billable hours requirement: 100 per month (as an Associate Attorney)
• 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
• Remote-First Setting (with brick and mortar space available)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional voluntary programs may be available.