What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Family Law Litigation Attorney position at Randall J. Borden, Attorney at Law?
For over 30 years, Randall J. Borden has been one of Northern Virginia's most trusted family law advocates — a determined litigator in the courtroom and a steadfast counselor to clients navigating life's most difficult moments.
Now, as Borden Family Law Group enters its most ambitious growth phase, we are extending our practice to an elite litigator who is ready to do the most meaningful work of their career.
This is not a typical lateral move. It is an invitation to step into a role with real autonomy, real cases, real clients — and real compensation that reflects the caliber of the work.
THE OPPORTUNITY
Built for the Litigator Who Wants More
We are seeking a Virginia-licensed family law attorney with 7–10 years of litigation experience to join our growing team as a senior litigator. From day one, you will carry an active, independent caseload across the full spectrum of domestic relations matters — from high-conflict custody battles to complex equitable distribution of significant marital estates.
If you have been under-supported at your current firm, capped in your compensation, or simply ready for a practice that matches your ambition and skill, this is the role that changes that.
PRACTICE AREAS
The Full Spectrum of Family Law Litigation
- Contested & Uncontested Divorce
- Child Custody & Visitation
- Child Support & Enforcement
- Spousal Support / Alimony
- Equitable Distribution
- Separation Agreements
- Protective Orders
- Post-Decree Modifications
- High-Conflict Family Litigation
- Related Domestic Relations Matters
Maryland family law experience is a valued plus, as we serve select Maryland jurisdictions. However, an active Virginia Bar license is the only jurisdictional requirement for this role.
GEOGRAPHIC FOOTPRINT
Rooted in Northern Virginia's Most Active Courts
Primary litigation will be conducted across Fairfax County, Loudoun County, Prince William County, and surrounding Northern Virginia jurisdictions, with select Maryland county appearances as case demands require. Candidates based in or near Fairfax County are strongly preferred, as proximity to our clients and courts is central to delivering the quality of service our clients expect.
COMPENSATION & INCENTIVES
Compensation That Rewards Excellence
$150,000 Base salary floor
$175,000 Base salary ceiling
$200,000 Total earning potential
1,300 hrs Annual billable baseline
Uncapped Performance bonus upside
Day One Active caseload responsibility
Our performance incentive structure rewards attorneys who exceed billing targets, efficiently manage litigation files, deliver exceptional client outcomes, and contribute to firm growth and reputation. We set the baseline at 1,300 hours because we believe great attorneys should be well-compensated — not burned out.
QUALIFICATIONS
What We Require & What We Value
Required Qualifications
› Active Virginia Bar license in good standing
› 7–10 years of family law litigation experience
› Strong, documented courtroom and hearing experience
› Ability to independently manage a full litigation caseload
› Experience drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, and settlement agreements
› Exceptional client-communication and management skills
› High organizational capacity and sound case-management judgment
Preferred Qualifications
› Active Fairfax/Northern Virginia court experience
› Maryland Bar license or meaningful Maryland exposure
› Trial experience through verdict or final hearing
› High-net-worth or complex asset matter experience
› High-conflict custody and parental relocation matters
› Established professional reputation in Northern Virginia
WHO YOU ARE
The Ideal Candidate
The right candidate is a polished, confident litigator who takes genuine ownership of their cases and their clients. You are not looking for a supervisor to hold your hand — you are looking for a firm that trusts your judgment and gives you the platform to do your best work. You thrive in the courtroom, communicate with authority, manage pressure professionally, and want to build something meaningful with a firm that is actively investing in its future.
WHY BORDEN FAMILY LAW GROUP
What Makes This Different
Borden Family Law Group is not a revolving door. We are a respected, established family law brand built on three decades of trusted advocacy across Virginia and Maryland — and we are in the midst of deliberate, well-resourced expansion.
Joining our firm means stepping into a steady pipeline of quality litigation matters, strong administrative and operational support, and a culture of professional trust that treats attorneys like the skilled professionals they are. Our firm is led by Randall J. Borden, whose reputation for integrity, skill, and results-driven advocacy sets the standard for every attorney at this firm.
This is an opportunity to become a core part of something being built with intention — a practice that will define family law representation in Northern Virginia for decades to come.
CONFIDENTIAL INQUIRIES WELCOME
Ready to Make Your Move?
Qualified candidates should submit: Resume / CV · Writing Sample · Compensation Expectations · Summary of Family Law Litigation Experience
israels@rbordenlawfirm.com
703-385-8722
All inquiries handled with complete confidentiality.
Pay: $150,000.00 - $175,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
Salary : $150,000 - $175,000