Associate Attorney, Family Law and Probate

Job overview

The Associate Attorney role is based in Nashville, TN, with remote or hybrid work possible after onboarding if the attorney can reliably attend in-person hearings, mediations, and trials in Middle Tennessee. The posting states a $90,000–$105,000 base salary, with typical total annual compensation of approximately $97,000–$127,000+ depending on performance and collected fees. Brighter Day Law helps families navigate difficult transitions with legal guidance. The attorney manages assigned family law and estate planning or probate matters from intake through resolution, advising clients and pursuing practical resolutions while preparing thoroughly for litigation when needed. The role contributes to client support and case progress through sound legal strategy, organized case management, and collaboration with firm colleagues.

What you'll do

• Manage family law and/or estate planning and probate cases from intake through resolution
• advise clients and develop case strategy
• communicate options, timelines, risks, and next steps
• prepare for settlement, hearings, and trials
• represent clients in mediations, hearings, and trials
• draft pleadings, agreements, orders, wills, and other legal documents
• monitor deadlines and maintain organized files
• collaborate with attorneys and support staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate attorney

family law

estate planning

probate

brighter day law

nashville tn

remote or hybrid after onboarding

tennessee law license

litigation

$90k–$105k base

$97k–$127k+ typical total

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Quarterly performance bonuses
• health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) employer contributions
• generous paid time off
• CLE and professional development support
• disability and life insurance.

Why this role

Requires an active Tennessee law license and at least three years of litigation experience in family law and/or estate planning and probate; remote or hybrid flexibility follows onboarding and depends on in-person court attendance.

About the employer

Brighter Day Law is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.