Family Law Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Wheeler Law PLLC is growing, and we’re looking for a compassionate, experienced, and motivated Family Law Attorney to join our dynamic team. Our firm represents clients in divorce, child custody, child support, protective orders, modifications, and related family law matters—with a strong emphasis on client-centered, culturally-competent advocacy.

We are seeking an attorney with at least 5+ years of family law experience who can handle their own caseload, communicate effectively with clients, and work collaboratively with our litigation and support team. Spanish proficiency is strongly preferred due to our diverse client base.

$130,000 - $150,000 yearly

• Independently manage a full caseload of complex family law matters, including high-asset divorces, contested custody disputes, business valuations, and property division involving significant assets.
• Represent clients in all stages of litigation, including temporary orders hearings, evidentiary hearings, settlement conferences, mediations, and trials.
• Analyze, identify, and strategically address complex financial issues such as closely held businesses, professional practices, real property portfolios, investment accounts, retirement assets, stock options, and trusts.
• Work closely with financial experts, forensic accountants, appraisers, and valuation professionals to develop a case strategy and effectively present evidence.
• Draft and review sophisticated pleadings, discovery requests and responses, motions, settlement agreements, parenting plans, and decrees with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Conduct and defend depositions, including those involving financial experts and opposing parties in high-net-worth matters.
• Provide strategic legal counsel to clients, balancing legal advocacy with practical, cost-effective solutions tailored to each client’s goals.
• Engage in settlement negotiations and mediation with opposing counsel in a professional and solution-oriented manner, while being fully prepared to litigate when necessary.
• Maintain consistent, clear, and compassionate communication with clients throughout the case lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with all court rules, deadlines, and ethical obligations.
• Collaborate with firm leadership, paralegals, and support staff to maintain efficient case management and uphold firm standards.
• Contribute to the growth and reputation of the family law practice through professionalism, strong advocacy, and client service.

• Great negotiation and communication skills, particularly in stressful and emotional situations

• Active Member of the Arizona State Bar.
• At least 5+ years of experience working in a law firm on family law issues.

We are a small law firm in its fifth year of practice. We find creative solutions to break down the barriers keeping members of our community from moving forward with their lives. We are dedicated to providing effective, efficient, and compassionate legal representation to all clients.

This position is more than a job. For the right candidate, it’s a career. Salary is commensurate with skill and experience and is negotiable. A generous benefits package is offered:

• Full-time position, Monday to Friday.
• Base salary plus competitive performance-based compensation.
• Benefits: Health insurance, Paid Time Off, and a retirement plan.
• Supportive, growth-oriented team environment.
• Comprehensive training and continuous professional development.
• Meaningful work that directly impacts individuals and communities.