Family Law Associate Attorney

Job overview

The Family Law Associate Attorney role is full-time and onsite in Brentwood, TN. Compensation is not specified; the firm describes it as competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Cole Law Group’s family law practice represents clients in divorce, custody, support, property division, and other domestic-relations matters. The attorney manages an active family-law caseload from initial consultation through resolution, providing legal advice and representation in negotiation, mediation, hearings, trials, and post-judgment proceedings. The role supports clients through complex family matters with litigation, practical advice, and responsive communication.

What you'll do

• Independently manage family-law matters from intake through resolution
• advise clients on legal strategy, settlement options, and practical and financial considerations
• draft pleadings, motions, memoranda, proposed orders, parenting plans, settlement agreements, and court filings
• prepare and respond to discovery
• review records
• prepare clients and witnesses for depositions and hearings
• take and defend depositions
• appear at motions, hearings, mediations, and trials
• negotiate settlements
• communicate with clients
• manage deadlines and caseload
• collaborate with attorneys, paralegals, and staff.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

family law associate attorney

cole law group

brentwood tn

family law

divorce

child custody

child support

alimony

property division

litigation

mediation

tennessee law license

full-time

client advocacy

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) with employer matching, HSA with employer contribution or matching, health, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, parental leave, professional development, and CLE support.

Why this role

Requires an active Tennessee law license in good standing, 2+ years of family-law or comparable civil-litigation experience, independent case management, and courtroom experience including contested hearings and trials.

About the employer

Cole Law Group, PC is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.