What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Law Attorney (Irvine/Rancho Santa Margarita/Hybrid) position at Law Office of Athar A. Khan, APC.?
About the Firm
We are a growing family law firm in Orange County with offices in Irvine and Rancho Santa Margarita. Our clients range from professionals and business owners to high-net-worth individuals. We handle the full spectrum of family law matters, including complex asset division, custody disputes, support, and dissolutions at every level of complexity.
About the Role
You will work on a variety of cases with one-on-one mentorship from the firm's principal, with increasing responsibility as you develop. Day to day, you will:
- Draft pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and judgments
- Handle written discovery and depositions
- Make court appearances and argue motions
- Communicate with clients and opposing counsel
- Manage cases from intake through resolution with paralegal support
- Work on matters ranging from straightforward dissolutions to complex financial and custody cases
What We Require
- Juris Doctorate from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active California State Bar membership in good standing
- California litigation experience (family law strongly preferred, but we will consider attorneys with civil litigation backgrounds who want to build a career in family law)
What We Prefer
- Experience with contested custody matters
- Familiarity with complex asset division (RSUs, business valuations, cryptocurrency)
- Existing family law caseload or professional network
Compensation
- Base salary: $120,000 to $220,000 based on experience
- 5% origination bonus on all fees collected from clients you bring in (continues for the lifetime of the case, even if you leave the firm)
- Health, vision, and dental insurance
- Retirement plan contributions
- Regular market-based compensation adjustments
Work Environment
This position is based in our Rancho Santa Margarita office (30211 Avenida de las Banderas, Suite 200, Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688), where you will work alongside the firm's principal. Hybrid scheduling or Irvine office days may be available after an initial onboarding period.
To Apply
Submit your resume to athar@atharkhan.com with the subject line "Family Law Attorney" or apply directly through Indeed. Cover letter optional. Writing samples and references may be requested from select candidates.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- What is your California State Bar number?
Experience:
- California family law attorney: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688 (Required)
- Work Location: Hybrid remote in Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Salary : $110,000 - $220,000