Senior Family Law Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring: Senior Family Law Attorney – Alpharetta, GA

Compensation: $160,000 – $250,000+ (Base Salary + Bonuses)

Join our thriving and well-respected family law practice in Georgia, where we prioritize exceptional client service, professional excellence, and a team culture that values both personal and career growth.

We’re seeking a skilled Senior Family Law Attorney who can independently manage a diverse caseload while collaborating on complex matters. If you're looking for a dynamic, growth-oriented environment that also respects your work-life balance, this opportunity could be the perfect fit.

What We Offer:

• Highly competitive base salary with performance-based bonuses
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Generous 401(k) matching program
• Flexible vacation and paid time off policies
• Paid holidays and sick leave
• A full-time, stable position in a supportive and growing firm
• Opportunities for continuous professional development and mentorship
• A collaborative team culture focused on employee well-being
• Regular team-building events, family-friendly activities, and firm-sponsored outings

What You'll Do:

• Independently manage and handle a full family law caseload
• Support colleagues with complex legal issues and strategy
• Represent clients with integrity, compassion, and skill
• Contribute to a positive and respectful firm environment
• If you're ready to bring your experience and dedication to a firm that values you, apply today and take the next step in your legal career.

$160,000 - $250,000 yearly

• Manage family law cases from intake to resolution—including divorce, custody, child support, and related matters—with proven courtroom advocacy experience
• Develop and implement strategic case plans through comprehensive legal research and analysis
• Draft clear, persuasive motions, pleadings, and supporting documents across all stages of litigation
• Represent clients confidently in depositions, mediations, hearings, and trials
• Maintain precision and organization in drafting, reviewing, and managing legal documents
• Stay current on Georgia family law developments through continuous research, CLE participation, and professional growth

• Communicate complex legal matters clearly and empathetically to clients with varying levels of understanding
• Build and maintain professional relationships with clients, external counsel, senior leadership, and support staff, upholding the highest ethical standards
• Track and manage billable hours to meet client expectations and case requirements efficiently
• Demonstrated expertise in Family Law
• Active license to practice law in the state of Georgia
• Strong organizational, planning, and time management skills

Hecht Family Law was founded to help clients who are going through some of life’s toughest times. Attorney Ed Hecht brings an understanding of what it’s like to be in his clients’ shoes because he’s also been through a divorce with children, pays child support, and has dealt with alimony and child custody. As a loving, devoted father to two children, he understands the sensitivities involved in helping people who need to be able to co-parent for years after their marriage ends.

The entire Hecht Family Law team inherently understands the necessity of being a caring, expert advocate for others going through this painful process. All clients receive our passionate commitment, dedicated patience in helping them understand the big picture as well as the intricacies, and enthusiastic advocacy during all phases of their cases. As a law firm to call home, our team members enjoy a fantastic environment, superior benefits, and a high-energy, fun environment!