Resident/Associate Attorney Fall '27

About the Role

Modern Family Law (MFL) is seeking 3Ls and recent graduates sitting for the July 2027 Bar exam for MFL Academy's Residency Program in Atlanta or Savannah, Georgia. This is a hybrid role requiring you to sit for the Bar and plan to reside in Georgia. Upon passing the Bar, residents will transition to an MFL Associate Attorney position.

Residency Program Details

• Training in substantive family law and courtroom advocacy.
• Mentorship from the MFL Learning & Development department and legal teams.

Opportunities at Modern Family Law

• 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 on matters involving divorce, child custody, financial support, and more.
• Opportunity to practice and develop litigation skills as first chair early in your career.
• Access to cutting-edge technology.
• Ongoing Learning and Development support.
• Transparent advancement tracks and leadership opportunities.
• Competitive salary:
• Resident: $66,560
• Associate Attorney: $90,000 (base), up to $110,700 per year.

Key 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.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Register for the upcoming July 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.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $66,560 - $110,700
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• HSA (optional)
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care)
• 401K
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Time)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Additional voluntary programs available.
• Commuter and Transit programs may be available in certain markets.