Resident/Associate Attorney

Modern Family Law (MFL) is seeking 3Ls and recent graduates to participate in the MFL Academy’s Residency Program in Georgia (Atlanta or Savannah). This role is hybrid, requiring the candidate to sit for the Bar exam and plan to reside in the state of application.

Residency Program Details

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

Opportunities

• Remote-First Setting with brick and mortar space available.
• Low billable hours requirement of 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 for a Resident: $66,560.
• Starting salary for an Associate Attorney: $90,000 (base), with potential earnings up to $110,700 per year.

To Be Successful In This Role

• Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment 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 2027 Bar exam or July 2027 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

• Family Law Clinics experience 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) with optional HSA.
• Short-term disability, long-term disability.
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts.
• 401K.
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Time).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Additional voluntary programs may be available.
• Commuter and Transit programs may be available.
• Work from Anywhere (eligible after 6 months).