Resident/Associate Attorney Fall '27

Modern Family Law Residency Program

About the Role

Modern Family Law (MFL) is seeking 3Ls and recent graduates sitting for the February 2027 Bar exam or the July 2027 Bar exam to participate in MFL Academy's Residency Program in one of their Colorado offices (Denver, Colorado Springs, or Fort Collins). This role is hybrid, requiring residency within a reasonable commute to the office location.

Residency Program Details

Upon passing the Bar exam, residents will receive training in substantive family law and courtroom advocacy. They will be mentored by the MFL Learning & Development department and legal teams, preparing them for an MFL Associate Attorney position.

Opportunities

• Remote-First Setting with Brick and Mortar Space Available
• Low billable hours requirement (100 per month) as an Associate Attorney
• Direct client contact and case management in areas such as divorce, child custody, and financial support
• Opportunity to practice and develop litigation skills as first chair
• Access to cutting-edge technology
• Ongoing Learning and Development support
• Transparent advancement tracks and leadership opportunities

Compensation

• Resident Salary: $66,560
• Associate Attorney Starting Salary (base): $130,000
• Associate Attorney Total Possible Earnings: $152,200

Key Responsibilities

• Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple responsibilities with attention to detail.
• Work collaboratively as part of a team in a respectful and growth-oriented environment.
• 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.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Registration for the upcoming February 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.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with attention to detail.
• Teamwork and collaboration skills.
• Eagerness to learn and incorporate feedback.
• Skills in client conversion.
• Ability to proactively study and prepare for client matters.

Benefits

• Health Insurance (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)
• Health Savings Account (HSA) optional
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Voluntary accident insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Voluntary disability insurance
• Voluntary long-term care insurance
• Voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance
• Pet insurance
• Commuter and Transit programs may be available in certain markets