Associate Attorney – Family Law

Associate Attorney – Family Law

Brinkley Law Firm, LLC – Greenville, SC
Salary: $85,000 – $105,000 a year + quarterly performance bonuses
Job Type: Full-time | In-office with flexibility for occasional remote work
Benefits: Health, dental, vision, SIMPLE IRA match, PTO, paid holidays, CLE and professional development allowance

Why Join Brinkley Law Firm

Brinkley Law Firm, LLC is a nationally recognized family law practice with deep roots in South Carolina and a reputation that extends around the world. We guide families through life’s most personal transitions — divorce, custody, and separation — as well as joyful milestones like surrogacy, fertility, and adoption.

Our attorneys are thought leaders who regularly present at national and international family law forums. At our core, we’re a collaborative, compassionate, and mission-driven team committed to exceptional client service and care.

About the Role

This position is located out of our Greenville, SC office, with flexibility for occasional hybrid work.

The Associate Attorney will manage a dedicated caseload of family law matters while working closely with a Senior Associate and the Firm Owner. You’ll play an active role in litigation, client strategy, and resolution — supported by a team that values professionalism, collaboration, and growth.

Attorneys who thrive in this role are proactive, detail-oriented, and team-minded. They take initiative, communicate clearly, and appreciate a structured yet collegial environment. If you enjoy a fast-paced practice, want meaningful courtroom experience, and find purpose in helping clients navigate difficult transitions with dignity, you’ll feel at home here.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage family law cases from intake through resolution, including discovery, motions, mediation, and trial preparation.
• Conduct client meetings, provide sound legal counsel, and develop case strategies in collaboration with senior attorneys.
• Draft pleadings, motions, orders, and correspondence with accuracy and clarity.
• Represent clients in hearings, mediations, and other court proceedings.
• Maintain detailed and contemporaneous time entries in the firm’s case management system.
• Work closely with paralegals and legal assistants to ensure timely and professional completion of tasks.
• Attend weekly litigation team meetings and participate in continuing education and firm development initiatives.
• Represent the firm professionally in client and community interactions.

What You Bring

• J.D. from an accredited law school and active license (in good standing) with the South Carolina Bar.
• 2–5 years of experience in family law or related civil litigation.
• Strong working knowledge of South Carolina Family Court procedures.
• Exceptional communication, writing, and courtroom advocacy skills.
• A team-oriented mindset and willingness to learn from experienced attorneys.
• Integrity, professionalism, and empathy for clients navigating sensitive issues.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $85,000–$105,000, commensurate with experience.
• Quarterly performance bonus eligibility based on billable goals and firm success.
• Benefits package includes:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance (after 30 days)
• SIMPLE IRA with 3% employer match
• 112 PTO hours after 90-day probation, plus 9 paid holidays
• Flexible Friday hours
• SC & Local Bar Dues paid plus $2,500 annual education/conference travel allowance

How to Apply

Submit your resume, cover letter, and references as part of the application process. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Brinkley Law Firm, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity at all levels of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $85,000.00 - $105,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person