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 to participate in MFL Academy's Residency Program. This hybrid role requires residing in the state of application. Upon passing the Bar, residents will transition to an MFL Associate Attorney position.

Residency Program Details

• Post-Bar exam 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 (in-person as required by courts & clients).
• 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.
• Ability 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.

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 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.

Compensation and Benefits

• Full-time employees will be eligible for:
• Health insurance with an optional HSA
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Dental insurance
• Vision care
• Life insurance
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401K
• Vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program.
• Additional voluntary programs: voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance, and pet insurance.
• Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets.
• Work from Anywhere -- eligible after 6 months.