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Domestic & Family Law Senior Associate Attorney
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Orion Placement
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$157,500 Salary, Full-Time
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Why This Is a Great Opportunity Lead meaningful family law matters from strategy through resolution while working with a supportive, mission-driven team Join a firm that values excellence, integrity, humility, compassion, and wise counsel Enjoy real autonomy while still having access to experienced attorneys and staff who want you to succeed Build toward long-term professional growth, including advancement and partnership opportunity Work on substantive divorce, custody, support, and domestic litigation matters in Virginia state courts Benefit from strong retirement contributions, health insurance support, and a compensation structure designed to reward performance over time Location This role is based in Northern Virginia and is primarily on-site, with work-from-home flexibility as needed. Candidates should be comfortable traveling to courts throughout Northern Virginia. Note Candidates must have active Virginia Bar admission, 3+ years of domestic and family law experience, and strong litigation experience handling divorce, custody, child support, and related family law matters. About Us We are a mission-driven law firm committed to serving clients with excellence, professionalism, humility, courage, compassion, and wisdom. Our team believes the practice of law is more than a profession, and we strive to provide exceptional legal counsel while creating a collegial, supportive environment where attorneys can grow, lead, and do meaningful work. Confidential Employer. Job Description Serve as lead counsel on domestic and family law matters from initial consultation through resolution Develop case strategy and provide clear, thoughtful counsel to clients Handle divorce, custody, child support, and related domestic litigation matters Draft and file pleadings, motions, briefs, and other case documents Manage discovery, case deadlines, negotiations, mediation, and hearings Appear regularly in Virginia state courts for temporary and final hearings Work independently while collaborating with attorneys, paralegals, and support staff Supervise or guide junior attorneys and paralegals when appropriate Help clients navigate difficult personal matters with professionalism, compassion, and sound judgment Qualifications Active Virginia Bar admission required 3+ years of domestic and family law experience required 5+ years of family law experience preferred Litigation experience involving divorce, custody, and child support required Strong writing, negotiation, client counseling, and courtroom skills Ability to manage a caseload independently without step-by-step oversight Willingness to travel to courts throughout Northern Virginia Experience supervising junior attorneys or paralegals preferred Interest in working in a mission-driven, values-centered legal environment Why You Will Love Working Here This is a strong opportunity for a family law attorney who wants more than just another litigation role. You will have the independence to lead meaningful matters, the support of a seasoned team, and the chance to grow in a firm that takes its mission, culture, clients, and people seriously. The environment is warm, collegial, intellectually rigorous, and built for attorneys who want to practice with purpose while developing a long-term career path.