Associate Attorney

OUR TEAM IS GROWING!

NOW HIRING AN ASSOCIATE ATTORNEY

- SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA -

5+ Years of Experience in one or more of these Practice Areas:

• Family Law
• Immigration
• Litigation Defense

Work-Life Balance * Work from Home Options * Competitive Salary

CORE VALUES

• Equality
• Peace
• Partnership with Justice
• Self-Reflection

MISSION STATEMENT

At Diaz Law Firm, we believe no one should navigate the legal system feeling alone or afraid. Our mission is to provide clear, grounded, and heart-centered advocacy that helps clients make decisions rooted in intention — not fear or confusion. Even in the most adversarial spaces, we fight for peace and lead by the heart by standing firm with compassion and purpose – at all times honoring the humanity of the people we serve.

ROLE

The Senior Associate Attorney will play a crucial role in providing high-quality legal representation in Family Law, Immigration, and/or Litigation Defense matters. This role supports the lead attorney, collaborates closely with staff, and helps guide the strategic direction of cases while maintaining DLF’s human-centered approach.

REQUIREMENTS

• Active California Bar License
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in at least one of these areas: Family Law,
• Immigration, Litigation Defense.
• Demonstrated ability to represent clients in court and at hearings
• Strong research and legal writing skills
• Ability to communicate clearly, calmly, and compassionately
• Professional, collaborative, and reflective work ethic
• High level of self-management, reliability, and accountability
• Bilingual Spanish and/or Tagalog preferred
• Comfort using practice-management software, e-filing systems, cloud storage, and remote-work tools
• Remote work:

1. Ability to work effectively from home
2. Reliable internet connection
3. Ability to attend occasional in-person hearings/meetings

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Draft high-quality declarations, motions, briefs, and discovery
• Participate in thorough case strategy assessments and planning
• Perform legal research relevant to case themes or trial preparation
• Prepare clients for testimony, interviews, and court appearances
• Represent clients at remote or in-person hearings with professionalism and effective advocacy
• Maintain organized electronic case files
• Manage cases with minimal supervision while meeting deadlines
• Collaborate with staff to review, analyze, and prepare cases for trial and hearings
• Uphold confidentiality, professionalism, and DLF’s principles in all interactions
• Communicate complex legal concepts clearly and compassionately

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Salary: $120K-$170K based on demonstrated years of experience
• Bonus program is performance-based and tied to quality of work, caseload management, and contributions to the team
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance (after trial period)
• Vacation + holiday pay (after trial period)
• Sick Pay
• Malpractice insurance
• Workers compensation
• CLE + Bar dues reimbursement
• Mileage and parking reimbursement
• Flexible schedule as needed

OUR KIND OF TEAMMATE

• Compassionate and collaborative
• Analytical and resolution-focused
• Calming presence with clear communication skills
• Treats clients, colleagues, counsel with dignity
• Committed to justice and professionalism
• Self-reflective and eager to grow in their career
• Steady under pressure and thoughtful in moments of conflict
• Creative and quirky

WHAT MAKES DLF A GREAT PLACE TO WORK

• Manageable caseload
• Deeply human-centered practice
• Strong mentorship and collaborative spirit
• A place where people are seen, heard, and valued
• Meaningful work without compromising one's humanity
• Work-life balance is actively practiced, not just advertised

Location: Southern California (Remote + Limited In-Person)

Email the following to [email protected]:

• Résumé 
• 1-Page Cover Letter that also addresses these questions:

- How does Diaz Law Firm's mission resonate with you?

-Which practice area is your strongest, and why?