Description:

Looking for an opportunity to join a close-knit, compassionate team of dedicated legal professionals? Our boutique family law firm is growing and seeking a talented Associate Attorney to help manage our expanding caseload and provide exceptional service to clients.

Our ideal candidate has strong family law experience, excellent judgment, and a client-centered mindset. You will manage a diverse caseload involving divorce, custody, support, and other family law matters, working closely with lead attorney Ashley A. Andrews and our experienced support staff.

This is an opportunity to grow your family law career within a respected boutique firm that values both excellence and empathy. You'll work on complex, meaningful cases while collaborating with a close-knit team that prioritizes strategic resolution, professional development, and exceptional client care.

THIS POSITION FOLLOWS A HYBRID SCHEDULE BASED IN PERSON IN ARCADIA, CA.

PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT THE FIRM DIRECTLY.

Schedule: Full-time, with a flexible schedule to accommodate court appearances, client meetings, and case demands. While there are designated in-office days, we prioritize a balanced and adaptable work structure that supports both collaboration and focused independent work.

Work Environment: Hybrid (mix of in-office and remote work).

Benefits: 401(k) after one year, health insurance stipend, and a collaborative, fun team culture.

Responsibilities:

Manage and handle a caseload of family law matters from inception through resolution
Draft pleadings, motions, discovery, declarations, and settlement agreements
Appear at hearings, mediations, settlement conferences, and trials as needed
Conduct legal research and develop case strategies tailored to each client's goals
Advise and guide clients through emotionally sensitive legal processes with professionalism and empathy
Collaborate with paralegals, legal assistants, and other attorneys to ensure deadlines are met and client service remains exceptional
Engage in mediation and collaborative divorce processes in addition to litigation

Qualifications:
Required:

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
Active California Bar License in good standing
Active member of local bar association
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong legal research, analysis, and drafting abilities
Ability to manage multiple cases independently and meet deadlines
High level of professionalism, integrity, and client service

Preferred:

Certified Family Law Specialist (C.F.L.S.) designation or actively pursuing certification
Minimum 2–5 years of experience practicing family law
Familiarity with mediation and collaborative divorce processes
Courtroom and trial experience in family law matters

Compensation: $150,000 - $250,000 Salary DOE

About Ashley A. Andrews, APC
Ashley A. Andrews, APC, is a respected family law practitioner based in Arcadia, California, with nearly 30 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate the complexities of divorce, child custody, co-parenting, domestic violence, paternity, and related matters. We are a female-owned and operated team that balances professionalism and diligence with a warm, supportive environment. Led by attorney Ashley A. Andrews, our firm is committed to guiding clients with clarity, empathy, and strategic insight—whether through mediation, collaborative divorce, or courtroom litigation. If you're seeking a role where you can make a meaningful impact and help clients move forward with dignity and confidence, we'd love for you to join our team.