Baron Family Law | Remote-First | California

Base Salary is 90,000-110,000 with first year earning attorneys earn 180,000 first year

Position Summary

Baron Family Law is seeking a Family Law Attorney to lead complex, family law matters across California. This role is responsible for managing divorce and custody litigation involving high-net-worth asset division, complex financial structures, contested custody matters, and privacy-sensitive cases where discretion and strong litigation strategy are critical.

The Family Law Attorney will oversee matters from case strategy through trial, ensuring high-quality legal work, strong client communication, and effective courtroom advocacy. This role requires an attorney who is comfortable managing complex litigation independently while collaborating with a high-performing remote legal team.

Baron Family Law operates as a remote-first firm, providing attorneys with autonomy and flexibility while maintaining strong systems, collaboration, and support. Attorneys may work remotely anywhere within California, with optional office workspace available in Beverly Hills/Los Angeles or Sacramento. Court appearances may be required depending on case location.

Baron Family Law has been recognized as:

• Two-Time Gold Winner (2024 & 2025) — Sacramento Favorites: Divorce Law + Family Law
• Los Angeles Business Journal (2025) — Most Admired Law Firm to Work For

What Success Looks Like

Success in this role means consistently delivering exceptional legal strategy, strong courtroom advocacy, and excellent client outcomes in complex family law matters. The Family Law Attorney operates with high autonomy, strong litigation discipline, and exceptional organization, while maintaining clear communication with clients and collaborating effectively with internal staff and outside experts.

Successful attorneys in this role demonstrate:

• Confidence managing high-asset divorce litigation
• Strong courtroom presence and persuasive advocacy
• Exceptional legal writing and evidentiary organization
• Professional discretion in sensitive matters
• Consistent client satisfaction and trust
• Effective collaboration within a remote-first legal environment
• Efficient case management that keeps matters progressing toward resolution

Performance Objectives

• Develop and execute litigation strategies for complex dissolution and custody matters involving high-value marital estates.
• Manage Litigation End-to-End
• Oversee pleadings, discovery, motion practice, settlement conferences, evidentiary hearings, and trial preparation.
• Deliver High-Quality Legal Writing
• Draft persuasive declarations, motions, pleadings, and briefs supported by well-organized evidence.
• Ensure cases move forward efficiently through proactive planning, scheduling, and follow-through.
• Advise clients with clarity, professionalism, and confidence in emotionally sensitive legal matters.
• Develop trial strategy, prepare exhibits, coordinate witness preparation, and support contested hearings.
• Work effectively with forensic accountants, valuation professionals, appraisers, and custody evaluators.
• Provide timely updates, set clear expectations, and maintain a high-touch client experience.
• Maintain precision in legal filings, evidence organization, and court documentation.
• Mentor junior attorneys and collaborate with paralegals and staff to strengthen litigation workflows.
• Contribute to improvements in templates, litigation workflows, and case management systems.
• Represent Baron Family Law with professionalism, discretion, and strong ethical standards.

Core Competencies

• Drive Case Progression
• Provide Strategic Client Guidance
• Prepare Cases for Trial
• Coordinate with Expert Witnesses
• Maintain Exceptional Client Communication
• Ensure High Standards of Legal Accuracy
• Support Team Development
• Strengthen Firm Systems and Processes
• Uphold Firm Reputation and Professionalism
• Family Law Litigation Expertise
• Strong command of California family law statutes, procedure, and litigation practices.
• Strategic Legal Thinking
• Ability to assess complex situations and develop effective litigation strategies.
• Courtroom Advocacy
• Legal Writing Excellence
• Case Management Discipline
• Client Relationship Management
• Emotional Intelligence
• Analytical Thinking
• Remote Work Accountability
• Collaboration & Teamwork
• Professional Judgment & Discretion
• Adaptability & Problem Solving

Education & Expierence

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school
• Active California Bar license in good standing
• Minimum 2-3 years of California family law litigation experience
• Trial experience required or substantial evidentiary hearing experience
• Experience handling high-net-worth divorce matters and complex asset division strongly preferred
• Experience with XSpouse / Family Law Software or similar legal case management platforms preferred

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $110,000.00 - $180,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: Remote