Family Law Attorney

The Legal Aid Society of Hawaiʻi is Hawaiʻi’s oldest and largest non-profit public interest law firm with offices statewide. Through its dedicated staff, Legal Aid helps ensure justice and fairness for all by providing civil legal aid to the most vulnerable in our society. Position: Immigration Law Fellow in the Legal Aid Society of Hawaii’s Immigrant Justice Center. Responsibilities include client representation for immigration, primarily focused on representing victims of crime, domestic violence, or trafficking. The Fellow will also participate community engagement, outreach and education, statewide initiatives, and in day-to-day supervision of non-attorney staff. This position is currently funded through June of 2026, but there may be other opportunities to continue to work with Legal Aid after the end of the fellowship. provided funding is available. Requirements: • Graduate of an ABA accredited law school. • Member in good standing of the Bar of the State of Hawaii are preferred. Applications from qualified individuals licensed to practice and in good standing in another state will be considered. • Practice experience in immigration law preferred and experience immigration remedies for crime and trafficking victims strongly preferred. • Demonstrable commitment to social justice or experience working with disadvantaged and/or low-income population, or issues affecting low-income populations required. • Able to work collaboratively and maintain good working relationships with a diverst team of co-workers. • Able to manage a busy practice, meet deadlines, and perform multiple tasks with attention to detail. • Able to work under pressure in an empathetic and professional manner. • Must demonstrate humility in working with colleagues and clients across the spectrum of diversity, including race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, immigrant status, religious identity, physical and mental disabilities, and/or limited English proficiency • Fluency in writing and speaking a language other than English is preferred, but not required. Compensation: $60,811 - $72,926 commensurate with experience and qualifications. Candidates with extensive family law and litigation experience may be considered for additional compensation and responsibilities. Benefits: Our generous benefits package is designed to speak to employees’ needs and to support and enhance your lifestyle with an emphasis on quality of life and work-life balance. Benefits include: • $150/month law school student loan repayment. Employment with Legal Aid also qualifies as qualifying service under the federal Service Law Forgiveness program (“PSLF”). • Two medical insurance providers offering 4 different plans to select from and free single coverage. • Dental insurance. • 401K plan with employer matching. • Life Insurance for employees and dependents. • Free long-term care and long-term disability insurance. • Parental leave plan after one year of employment with 8 weeks of fully paid leave. • Free employee assistance plan - up to 6 sessions per year also available for household members. • Paid time off includes 21 days of vacation, 12 sick days, one personal day and 14 paid holidays annually (15 during Election Year). This position is currently hybrid. Hybrid working condition is subject to change. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to jobs@legalaidhawaii.org. No Calls Please. The Legal Aid Society of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer. More information about Legal Aid can be found at www.legalaidhawaii.org This job posting does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The position requirements, duties, and offered benefits are subject to change.

Modern Family Law, a rapidly expanding national law firm specializing in Family Law, is seeking a Remote Family Law Paralegal to join our Dallas, TX office (remote but must reside in Texas to attend hearings and meet with clients).  Modern Family Law is seeking a paralegal to handle diverse family law cases. This position plays a critical role in helping us maintain excellence in client service by balancing legal expertise, client advocacy, and collaboration. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on important cases in an exciting, fast-paced environment.  To be successful in this role, paralegals will:  Handle a variety of family law cases, including divorce, child custody, and property division.  Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple competing responsibilities.  Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and outstanding communication skills in both written and verbal interactions.  Work collaboratively with attorneys and support staff, ensuring collective success and efficiency in case management.   Skills and Competencies  Ability to interact professionally with clients, attorneys, and court staff.  Demonstrated ability to manage a variety of family law cases while maintaining high-quality legal work.  Skilled in e-filing with county court systems.  High attention to detail and accuracy in preparing legal documents and filings.  Ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously.  Strong verbal and written communication skills.  Collaborative mindset with a focus on teamwork and supporting collective success.  Proactive problem-solver, with the ability to stay composed and organized when subject to tight deadlines.  Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.     Mandatory Notices for Applicants  ADA Compliance: All candidates and incumbents are expected to perform the duties as assigned so long as they can meet the expectations set forth with or without reasonable accommodations. Should a candidate or incumbent require accommodation, they need to advise the Director of People & Culture in advance.   Compensation: $24 - $31 hourly + commission. The range presented is a reliable estimate of the base salary plus potential commissions based on billable hours and collections that this individual is expected to receive. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, internal and external pay equity, and other job-related factors as permitted by law.  Full-time employees are eligible for health insurance with an optional Flexible Spending Account or a Health Savings Account, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, 401(k) Retirement, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program to support the personal wellness needs of our employees.   Additional voluntary programs are available and include voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance, as well as pet insurance. Additionally, in some markets, commuter and transit benefit programs are available.  Requirements Position Requirements  Minimum of 1-6 years of experience in family law preferred, but other legal experience will be considered.  Exceptional writing skills, and proficiency in e-filing with county courts.  Experience working with multiple attorneys in a law firm setting.  Strong verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.  Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Work From Home

The Legal Aid Society of Hawai'i, a non-profit law firm, endeavors to provide civil legal services throughout the State of Hawai'i to those most in need. Our mission is to address critical legal needs through high quality legal advocacy, outreach, and education in the pursuit of fairness and justice. Our team of dedicated advocates work every day with a purposeful desire to help and serve our community. Responsibilities of this Staff Attorney position include client representation in Family Law, (including divorce, divorce modification, paternity, restraining orders, child abuse and neglect, and some guardianships and adoptions), Public Assistance Benefits, Housing and Consumer Protection, and Senior/Kūpuna Legal Services. Staff Attorneys also participate in community engagement, outreach and education, statewide initiatives, and day-to-day oversight of non-attorney staff. Requirements: • Member in good standing of the Bar of the State of Hawai'i are preferred. Applications from highly qualified individuals sitting for the July 2025 bar exam as well as attorneys licensed to practice in another state and eligible to practice in Hawai'i under Hawai'i Rules of Professional Conduct Rule 1.16 will be considered. • Demonstrable commitment to social justice and experience working with disadvantaged and/or low-income population strongly preferred. • Desire to develop litigation skills or litigation experience strongly preferred. • Able to work collaboratively and maintain good working relationships with diverse team of co-workers. • Humility in working with colleagues and clients across the spectrum of diversity, including race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, immigrant status, religious identity, physical and mental disabilities, and/or limited English proficiency. • Organizational skills to manage a busy practice, meet deadlines, and perform multiple tasks with attention to detail. • Strong personal work ethic and ability to organize time, manage diverse activities, and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision. • Excellent writing, editing, and proof-reading skills, with ability to be detail oriented. • Able to work under pressure in an empathetic and professional manner. • Basic computer skills required. Familiarity with Microsoft Office program (Outlook, Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams) strongly preferred. Compensation: $60,811 - $72,926 commensurate with experience and qualifications. Our generous benefits package is designed to speak to employees’ needs and to support and enhance your lifestyle with an emphasis on quality of life and work-life balance. Benefits include: • $150/month student loan repayment. • Two (2) medical insurance providers offering four (4) different plans from which to select and free single coverage. • Dental insurance. • 401(k) plan with employer matching. • Life Insurance for employees and dependents. • Free long-term care and long-term disability insurance. • Parental leave plan after one (1) year of employment with eight (8) weeks of fully paid leave. • Free employee assistance plan - up to six (6) sessions per year also available for household members. • Paid time off includes twenty-one (21) days of vacation, twelve (12) sick days, one (1) personal day, and fourteen (14) paid holidays annually (fifteen (15) during Election Year). Hybrid work schedule may be available; remote and in-office work based on a weekly rotation schedule, subject to program and office needs. Hybrid working conditions are subject to change. To apply, send resume, cover letter, and contact information for three (3) professional references to jobs@legalaidhawaii.org. The Legal Aid Society of Hawaiʻi is an Equal Opportunity Employer. More information about Legal Aid can be found at www.legalaidhawaii.org This job posting does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The position requirements, duties, and offered benefits are subject to change.

Modern Family Law, a rapidly expanding national law firm specializing in Family Law, is seeking a Remote Family Law Paralegal to join our San Antonio, TX office (remote but must reside in Texas to attend hearings and meet with clients).  Modern Family Law is seeking a paralegal to handle diverse family law cases. This position plays a critical role in helping us maintain excellence in client service by balancing legal expertise, client advocacy, and collaboration. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on important cases in an exciting, fast-paced environment.  To be successful in this role, paralegals will:  Handle a variety of family law cases, including divorce, child custody, and property division.  Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple competing responsibilities.  Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and outstanding communication skills in both written and verbal interactions.  Work collaboratively with attorneys and support staff, ensuring collective success and efficiency in case management.   Skills and Competencies  Ability to interact professionally with clients, attorneys, and court staff.  Demonstrated ability to manage a variety of family law cases while maintaining high-quality legal work.  Skilled in e-filing with county court systems.  High attention to detail and accuracy in preparing legal documents and filings.  Ability to handle multiple cases simultaneously.  Strong verbal and written communication skills.  Collaborative mindset with a focus on teamwork and supporting collective success.  Proactive problem-solver, with the ability to stay composed and organized when subject to tight deadlines.  Bilingual candidates encouraged to apply.     Mandatory Notices for Applicants  ADA Compliance: All candidates and incumbents are expected to perform the duties as assigned so long as they can meet the expectations set forth with or without reasonable accommodations. Should a candidate or incumbent require accommodation, they need to advise the Director of People & Culture in advance.   Compensation: $24 - $31 hourly + commission. The range presented is a reliable estimate of the base salary plus potential commissions based on billable hours and collections that this individual is expected to receive. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, internal and external pay equity, and other job-related factors as permitted by law.  Full-time employees are eligible for health insurance with an optional Flexible Spending Account or a Health Savings Account, short term disability, long term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, 401(k) Retirement, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program to support the personal wellness needs of our employees.   Additional voluntary programs are available and include voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance, as well as pet insurance. Additionally, in some markets, commuter and transit benefit programs are available.  Requirements Position Requirements  Minimum of 1-6 years of experience in family law preferred, but other legal experience will be considered.  Exceptional writing skills, and proficiency in e-filing with county courts.  Experience working with multiple attorneys in a law firm setting.  Strong verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and organizational skills.  Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Work From Home

The Legal Aid Society of Hawaiʻi is Hawaiʻi’s oldest and largest non-profit public interest law firm with offices statewide. Through its dedicated staff, Legal Aid helps ensure justice and fairness for all by providing civil legal aid to the most vulnerable in our society. Position: The Staff Attorney will work with our Family Law team in our Honolulu office to provide family law legal services. Legal services include but are not limited to assistance with client representation in family law matters including, divorce, paternity, child welfare (Guardian ad litem), domestic violence cases, restraining orders, adoptions and guardianships. Staff Attorneys also participate in community engagement and partnership building, development of self-help materials, outreach and education, statewide initiatives, and in and day–to-day oversight of non-attorney staff. Staff attorneys may also assist in supervising law students. Requirements: • Member in good standing of the Bar of the State of Hawaii are preferred. Applications from highly qualified individuals licensed to practice in another state and eligible to practice in Hawaii under Hawaii Rules of Professional Conduct rule 1.16 will be considered. • Demonstrable commitment to social justice and experience working with abuse survivors, disabled or and/or low-income population strongly preferred. • Family Law experience strongly preferred. • Experience working in any capacity in the family court system or child welfare system a plus. • Desire to develop litigation skills or litigation experience required. • Able to work collaboratively and maintain good working relationships with a diverse team of co-workers. • Organizational skills to manage a busy practice, meet deadlines, and perform multiple tasks with attention to detail. • Strong personal work ethic and ability to organize time, manage diverse activities, and meet critical deadlines with minimal supervision. • Able to work under pressure in an empathetic and professional manner. • Must demonstrate humility in working with colleagues and clients across the spectrum of diversity, including race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, immigrant status, religious identity, physical and mental disabilities, and/or limited English proficiency, a must. • Basic computer skills required. Familiarity with Microsoft Office program (Word, Excel, SharePoint, Teams), strongly preferred. • Must have valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for home visits, outreach, trainings, to various parts of ‘Oahu, and to Family Court, Circuit Court, and other locations. Compensation: $60,811 - $72,926 commensurate with experience and qualifications. Candidates with extensive family law and litigation experience may be considered for additional compensation and responsibilities. Benefits: Our generous benefits package is designed to speak to employees’ needs and to support and enhance your lifestyle with an emphasis on quality of life and work-life balance. Benefits include: • $150/month law school student loan repayment. Employment with Legal Aid also qualifies as qualifying service under the federal Service Law Forgiveness program (“PSLF”). • Two medical insurance providers offering 4 different plans to select from and free single coverage. • Dental insurance. • 401K plan with employer matching. • Life Insurance for employees and dependents. • Free long-term care and long-term disability insurance. • Parental leave plan after one year of employment with 8 weeks of fully paid leave. • Free employee assistance plan - up to 6 sessions per year also available for household members. • Paid time off includes 21 days of vacation, 12 sick days, one personal day and 14 paid holidays annually (15 during Election Year). This position is currently hybrid. Hybrid working condition is subject to change. Please submit a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references to jobs@legalaidhawaii.org. No Calls Please. The Legal Aid Society of Hawaii is an Equal Opportunity Employer. More information about Legal Aid can be found at www.legalaidhawaii.org This job posting does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise. The position requirements, duties, and offered benefits are subject to change.

Modern Family Law, a rapidly expanding national law firm specializing in Family Law, is seeking 3Ls graduating in December and sitting for the February 2026 Bar exam, OR Graduating in May and sitting for the July 2026 Bar Exam, to become Post-Bar Law Clerks/Associates in Washington.  This role is remote, but you must sit for the Bar, and plan to reside, in the state you are applying to. Program Details: Post-Bar Law Clerks at Modern Family Law will join the firm after sitting for the Bar Exam, and receive training and mentorship from our devoted Learning & Development team in preparation for their transition to an Associate Attorney after successful passage of the bar. Modern Family Law offers you the following opportunities: Low billable hours requirement (100 per month) as an Associate Attorney. Direct client contact. The ability to truly develop substantive litigation skills early in your career. The satisfaction of meaningfully impacting people’s lives. Competitive compensation and benefits. Cutting-edge technology. Learning and development support, including onsite and in-person. Competitive salary starting at: $83,200 (clerk) or $138,000 (associate) To be successful in this role, the Post-Bar Law Clerk will: Thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment while managing multiple responsibilities with attention to detail. Participate in initial client consultations. Work as a part of a team in a respectful and growth-oriented environment. Learn how to manage your cases from start to finish and represent your clients as the first chair on cases upon licensure. ADA Compliance: All candidates and incumbents are expected to perform the duties as assigned so long as they can meet the expectations set forth with or without reasonable accommodations. Should a candidate or incumbent require accommodation, they need to advise the Director of People Operations in advance. This salary is a reasonably reliable estimate that this individual is expected to receive. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience, location, billable hour expectations, and other job-related factors permitted by law. Full-time employees will be eligible for a health insurance with an optional HSA, short-term disability, long-term disability, dental insurance, vision care, life insurance, Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, 401K, vacation, sick time, and an employee assistance program. Additional voluntary programs include voluntary accident insurance, voluntary life, voluntary disability, voluntary long-term care, voluntary critical illness and cancer insurance, and pet insurance. Commuter and Transit programs may also be available in certain markets. Fair Chance Ordinance and Equal Employment Opportunity Practices: Modern Family Law will consider all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records. Modern Family Law is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and has zero tolerance for harassment of any kind. Individuals seeking employment at MFL are considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender experience, national origin, age, marital status, ancestry, disability, military status (including discharge status), genetic information, or any other protected class status as set forth by local, state, and federal law. Requirements Juris Doctorate completed by 2026 Completion of the State Bar Exam in February 2026 OR July 2026 Experience in Family Law Clinics is a plus. Mock Trial experience is a plus. Submission of official transcript, cover letter, and references after initial resume review. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development Work From Home