What are the responsibilities and job description for the Family Law Attorney position at Orion Placement?
Why This Is a Great Opportunity
- Join a growing and highly supportive legal team with strong operational backing.
- Receive a steady pipeline of cases through established marketing and lead generation efforts.
- Enjoy the autonomy to build and expand your own practice while leveraging firm resources.
- Hybrid flexibility with the ability to maintain strong client relationships.
- Work with experienced professionals in a collaborative, growth-oriented culture.
- Opportunity for leadership and long-term career advancement.
- Competitive bonus opportunities tied to performance and collections.
- Focus on practicing law while receiving support with operations, marketing, and administrative functions.
Location: Knoxville, Tennessee area. Hybrid flexibility is available for attorneys who can regularly meet with clients and collaborate with the team in person.
Note: Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Tennessee and have at least 3 years of family law experience. Attorneys with 5 years of family law experience are strongly preferred.
About Us
We are a growing, forward-thinking law firm committed to making legal services more accessible and uncomplicated for clients. Our team values collaboration, professional development, and empowering attorneys with the resources needed to build thriving practices. Confidential Employer.
Job Description
- Represent clients in a broad range of family law matters.
- Handle cases involving divorce, custody, support, and related litigation.
- Conduct legal research and analyze complex legal issues.
- Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, memoranda, and correspondence.
- Advise and communicate with clients throughout the legal process.
- Participate in mediation and negotiations to achieve favorable outcomes.
- Prepare cases for hearings and trial.
- Manage consultations and maintain strong client conversion rates.
- Develop and maintain referral relationships and business development efforts.
- Attend networking and community events to expand professional visibility.
- Collaborate with support staff to maximize efficiency and client service.
- Contribute to personal and firm branding through community involvement and professional engagement.
Qualifications
- Juris Doctor from an ABA-accredited law school.
- Active Tennessee Bar license.
- 3 years of family law experience required.
- 7 years of overall attorney experience preferred.
- Strong legal research, writing, and communication skills.
- Ability to independently manage cases and client relationships.
- Mediation experience preferred.
- Trial experience preferred.
- Business development mindset and networking ability are highly valued.
Why You Will Love Working Here
We believe attorneys do their best work when they are supported. Our culture emphasizes collaboration, flexibility, mentorship, and long-term growth. We provide strong marketing support, operational infrastructure, and resources that allow attorneys to focus on practicing law and serving clients. You'll have the opportunity to grow your practice while maintaining work-life integration and making a meaningful impact on families in your community.
JPC-1277
Pay: $120,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Briefly explain which role on your resume best aligns with this position and why. If you have any resume gaps, please briefly explain.
- This role is on site at the Knoxville, TN, location. Confirm you are okay with this: Y/N
- In what city/state do you currently reside?
- What base salary range would you need to make a move? Pls keep it aligned with your directly relevant experience, as candidates seeking compensation above their experience level may not be considered.
Experience:
- family law: 3 years (Required)
License/Certification:
- TN bar license (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Knoxville, TN 37930
Salary : $120,000 - $185,000