Associate Attorney, Family Law

Job overview

The Associate Attorney, Family Law role is full-time and may be hybrid or in person at the firm’s Lakewood, CO office. The posting lists a salary of $120,000–$160,000 per year, based on experience, plus a quarterly bonus. The Drake Law Firm focuses on family law, including divorce, custody, and high-asset matters. The attorney manages a caseload from intake through resolution, providing clear, compassionate advocacy while advancing clients’ legal goals. The role handles complex matters, works with experts, and collaborates with attorneys and paralegals to deliver consistent client service.

What you'll do

• Manage a docket involving divorce, parental responsibilities and parenting time, marital agreements, and post-decree modifications
• handle complex and high-asset cases
• own client relationships and manage case expectations and trust-account requirements
• work with experts
• negotiate, mediate, and advocate in court
• draft and review legal documents
• collaborate with attorneys and paralegals and help improve client-service systems.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

associate attorney

family law

divorce

child custody

high-asset cases

lakewood co

the drake law firm

$120k–$160k

quarterly bonus

hybrid or in-person

colorado bar

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Firm-paid health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with 4% firm match after eligibility
• 15 days of paid time off
• Colorado bar fees and continuing legal education reimbursed.

Why this role

Requires Colorado Bar admission in good standing, a J.D., and at least three years of Colorado family law experience, including first-chair hearings, mediations, and trials. Hybrid or in-person schedule.

About the employer

The Drake Law Firm, PC is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Lawyers. Sector: 54.