Resident/Associate Attorney Fall '27

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. This role is hybrid, requiring residency in Georgia (Atlanta or Savannah) and passing the Bar exam. The program offers training in substantive family law and courtroom advocacy, with mentorship from the MFL Learning & Development department and legal teams. Upon passing the Bar, residents will transition to an MFL Associate Attorney position.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive training in substantive family law and courtroom advocacy.
• 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.
• 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.
• Eager to learn, grow, practice, and incorporate feedback.

Opportunities as an Associate Attorney

• Remote-First Setting with Brick and Mortar Space Available.
• Low billable hours requirement (100 per month).
• 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 to manage caseload and communication.
• Ongoing Learning and Development support.
• Transparent advancement tracks and leadership opportunities.

Compensation

• Resident Salary: $66,560
• Associate Attorney Starting Salary: $90,000 (base)
• Associate Attorney Earnings: Up to $110,700 per year

Requirements & Tech Stack

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

Qualifications

• Must sit for the Bar exam and plan to reside in the state where applying.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Manage 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.

Benefits

• 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
• Work from Anywhere (eligible after 6 months)