Family Law Attorney
Law & Mediation Offices of Elizabeth Yan
via Indeed
About this role
About Us We are a fast-paced, client-focused family law firm committed to delivering high-quality legal services with efficiency and professionalism. Our team values ownership, responsiveness, and practical problem-solving. We are seeking a skilled Contract Family Law Attorney who can contribute immediately and operate with a high level of independence.
What You’ll Do You will handle substantive family law work from start to finish, including drafting and litigation support, while working closely with our team.
- Manage litigation preparation, including trial and arbitration readiness
- Draft pleadings, motions, declarations, discovery, and settlement documents
- Handle written discovery from initiation through completion
- Conduct legal research and apply findings strategically (Westlaw or similar tools)
- Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the court
- Appear at hearings, depositions, and trials as needed
What We’re Looking For We are looking for someone who is reliable, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple matters with minimal supervision.
- Active California Bar license required
- Strong experience in family law
- Ability to independently manage cases and meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency with legal research platforms (e.g., Westlaw)
- Bilingual in Mandarin/Chinese is a plus
How to Apply We hire based on more than just a resume. If you’ve read this far, we’d like to get to know how you think and work.
Please email Phil@yanglawoffices.com with a brief introduction and answers to the following:
- Are you seeking strictly contract work, or are you open to a W-2 role?
- What has been your best experience working with a law firm, and why?
- How would your skills and experience add value to our team?
Why Join Us
- Flexible, fully remote work with optional access to office space
- Opportunity to transition into a full-time W-2 role based on performance
- Competitive compensation ranging from $100 to $150 per hour, depending on experience and capability
- Consistent workflow for the right candidate
We are looking for someone who can step in, add value quickly, and grow with us over time.
Job Type: Contract
Experience:
- Family law: 2 years (Required)
Location:
- Los Angeles, CA and surrounding area (Required)
Work Location: Remote
Pay: $100.00 - $150.00 per hour
Work Location: Remote
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