Resident/Associate Attorney Spring '27

About the Role

Modern Family Law (MFL) is seeking 3Ls and recent graduates sitting for the February 2027 Bar exam to participate in the MFL Academy's Residency Program. This is a hybrid role with required residency in one of MFL's Washington offices (Seattle, Bellevue, or Everett). Upon passing the Bar, residents will transition to an MFL Associate Attorney position.

Residency Program Details

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

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, and financial support.
• 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.

Compensation

• Resident Salary: $83,200
• Associate Attorney Starting Salary: $135,000 (base)
• Associate Attorney Total Possible Earnings: $159,000 per year
• Salary range adjusted based on experience, location, and other job-related factors.

Key Responsibilities for Resident

• Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment managing multiple responsibilities with attention to detail.
• Work collaboratively 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.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
• Register for the upcoming February Bar exam for Washington (no score transfers).
• 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.

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.
• Additional voluntary programs and commuter/transit programs may be available.