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Full-Time | Direct Hire | North Carolina Triangle Region

Hometown Recruiting is assisting a growing law firm seeking an experienced Family Law Attorney to serve clients throughout Wake, Chatham, Orange, and Durham counties.

This opportunity is for an attorney who wants more than a place to manage cases and meet billable expectations. It is an opportunity to join a team where mentorship continues beyond the early stages of a legal career, attorneys collaborate rather than operate in silos, and client service is grounded in responsiveness, practical guidance, and thoughtful resolution.

The ideal candidate brings at least five years of North Carolina family law litigation experience, sound legal judgment, and a sincere commitment to helping clients move through challenging circumstances with clarity and confidence.

Experienced attorneys still deserve opportunities to learn, exchange ideas, and feel supported.

This firm is known for creating an environment where attorneys share knowledge, collaborate on strategy, and recognize that strong client outcomes are supported by a strong internal team. You will have the independence to lead your matters while also having access to mentorship, perspective, and support when complex issues arise.

The goal is not conflict for the sake of conflict. The firm takes a resolution-focused approach—helping clients understand their options, make informed decisions, and pursue a path that reflects their priorities while remaining fully prepared to advocate in court when necessary.

As a Family Law Attorney, you will guide clients through some of the most personal and consequential moments of their lives. You will combine skilled advocacy with practical counsel, helping clients understand both the legal process and the decisions before them.

Success in this position means providing responsive, client-first service; developing thoughtful case strategies; moving matters toward appropriate resolution; and contributing positively to a collaborative legal team.

• Manage family law matters from initial consultation through negotiation, mediation, hearing, and trial

• Represent clients in matters involving divorce, child custody, child support, alimony, equitable distribution, domestic violence, and related family law issues

• Develop case strategies based on each client’s circumstances, priorities, and goals

• Advise clients clearly and candidly about their legal options, potential risks, and practical next steps

• Draft and review pleadings, motions, discovery, agreements, proposed orders, briefs, and other legal documents

• Conduct legal research and analyze relevant North Carolina statutes and case law

• Prepare for and appear at hearings, mediations, depositions, conferences, and trials

• Negotiate thoughtfully and pursue practical resolutions when they serve the client’s interests

• Advocate confidently in court when litigation is necessary

• Manage deadlines, case activity, client communication, and documentation

• Collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and support professionals throughout the life of each matter

• Participate in case-strategy discussions and contribute knowledge to the broader team

• Maintain professional, timely, and compassionate communication with clients

• Uphold high standards of confidentiality, ethics, accuracy, and client service

• Support the firm’s continued growth through strong relationships and consistently professional representation

• Active license to practice law in North Carolina and good standing with the North Carolina State Bar

• At least five years of North Carolina family law litigation experience

• Substantial experience managing family law matters with appropriate independence

• Courtroom experience handling hearings, motions, and trials

• Strong knowledge of North Carolina family law statutes, procedures, and local court practices

• Experience with negotiation, mediation, discovery, and trial preparation

• Strong legal research, analysis, drafting, and oral advocacy skills

• Ability to manage multiple active cases, priorities, and deadlines

• Clear, responsive, and compassionate client communication

• Sound judgment when navigating emotionally sensitive or high-conflict matters

• Commitment to resolution-focused representation without compromising effective advocacy

• Willingness to collaborate, exchange ideas, and contribute to a team-oriented environment

• Ability to serve clients throughout Wake, Chatham, Orange, and Durham counties

• Want the autonomy to lead your cases without feeling as though you must work in isolation

• Believe clients deserve honest guidance, consistent communication, and a clear understanding of their options

• Look for practical solutions while remaining prepared to litigate when needed

• Value mentorship and professional development, even as an experienced attorney

• Enjoy collaborating with colleagues and contributing to shared success

• Approach emotionally charged matters with confidence, empathy, and professional boundaries

• Take ownership of your work and follow through on commitments

• Want to join a growing team where your experience, ideas, and contribution will be valued

• Employment type: Full-time, direct hire

• Practice area: Family law

• Experience required: Five or more years of North Carolina family law litigation experience

• Geographic service area: Wake, Chatham, Orange, and Durham counties

• Hiring relationship: Hometown Recruiting is assisting the law firm with its search

Your experience matters, but so do your professional priorities, preferred team environment, and philosophy of client service.

If you are an experienced North Carolina Family Law Attorney seeking meaningful casework, collaborative colleagues, continued mentorship, and an opportunity to help clients pursue thoughtful resolutions, Hometown Recruiting would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

Apply today and introduce yourself to Hometown Recruiting. All inquiries will be handled confidentially, and there is never a fee for candidates.