Job Description

Overview

Were a Maryland family law firm built around empathy, clarity, and outcomes. Our PROMISE Framework (Price, Roadmap, Options, Mission, Issues, Settlement, Expectations) keeps clients informed and supported through divorces, custody, support, and domestic violence matters.

Role Overview

Lead complex family law matters as first chair from intake to resolution. Combine trial excellence with settlement savvy, mentor a growing team, and deliver client clarity with our PROMISE Framework.

Responsibilities

• First-chair contested hearings and trials; craft and execute litigation strategy
• Lead negotiations/mediations; propose practical settlement pathways (MSAs, consent orders)
• Supervise associates/juniors/paralegals; review work product and provide coaching
• Conduct/defend depositions; prepare clients, witnesses, and experts
• Draft persuasive pleadings, motions, discovery plans, and proposed orders
• Maintain organized, compliant files; meet quality, productivity, and client-satisfaction goals
• Contribute to process improvement and thought leadership in Maryland family law

Compensation

Compensation: $170,000$225,000 DOE + performance bonus

Location

Location: Maryland courts statewide; hybrid in-office/remote Rockville/Baltimore

Benefits

Benefits: Health, PTO, CLE/bar dues stipend, malpractice coverage, mentorship/leadership opportunities

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Law Practice

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