Resident/Associate Attorney Spring '27

About the Role

Modern Family Law (MFL) is seeking 3Ls and recent graduates sitting for the February 2027 or July 2027 Bar exam for the MFL Academy's Residency Program. This hybrid role requires residing in Georgia (Atlanta or Savannah) and passing the Bar exam.

Residency Program Details

• Receive training in substantive family law and courtroom advocacy.
• Mentorship from the MFL Learning & Development department and legal teams.
• Transition to an MFL Associate Attorney position upon passing the Bar.

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: $66,560 (Resident) or $104,000 (Associate Attorney).
• Salary Range: $66,560-$110,700.

Resident 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 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.

Qualifications (A Plus)

• Experience in Family Law Clinics.
• Mock Trial experience.

Submission Requirements

• Cover letter.
• Law school transcript.
• Responses to candidate questionnaire.

Compensation and Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision) with optional HSA.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability.
• Life Insurance.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401K, IRA.
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Time).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Additional voluntary programs: accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, long-term care, critical illness and cancer insurance, and pet insurance.
• Commuter and Transit programs may be available.