Associate Attorney – Family Law

Associate Attorney – Family Law

Fleming Island, FL | Primarily In-Office | High-Growth Firm

Cooper & Cooper, P.A. is a rapidly scaling boutique family law and estate planning firm experiencing sustained growth and increasing client demand. We recently expanded our team with the addition of a senior family law attorney and are now seeking an associate attorney to support continued growth within a structured, collaborative environment.

This role is ideal for an attorney who wants hands-on training, meaningful responsibility, and a clear long-term growth trajectory inside a firm that is expanding intentionally and fast.

Why Associates Choose Cooper & Cooper

• Direct mentorship and ongoing training from both firm owners, with layered support from a senior family law attorney.
• A high-performance growth culture where strong associates advance quickly and visibly.
• A primarily in-office role designed to support training, collaboration, and client service.
• Limited hybrid flexibility may be available after onboarding based on performance, accountability, and case needs. This is not a remote role.
• Flexible scheduling options aligned with productivity and client expectations.
• Dedicated paralegal support to maximize efficiency and allow attorneys to focus on substantive legal work.
• A healthy, professional culture well-suited for attorneys leaving stagnant or poorly managed firms.
• A defined partnership track for attorneys who consistently perform, lead, and commit long-term.

What You Will Do

• Manage and advance a family law caseload from consultation through resolution with partner oversight and mentorship.
• Draft motions, pleadings, memoranda, and discovery that move cases forward strategically.
• Participate in and increasingly lead mediations, hearings, and client strategy sessions as experience and readiness grow.
• Collaborate closely with the partners and senior attorney on case development, litigation strategy, and client management.
• Deliver clear, timely, client-focused communication consistent with a premium boutique practice.
• Leverage paralegal support for filings, preparation, and efficient case management.
• Develop sound judgment, confidence, and autonomy over time within a structured training environment.

What We Are Looking For

• Active Florida Bar license in good standing.
• Minimum of 1 year of family law experience. Additional experience is welcomed and compensated accordingly.
• Strong writing skills, sound judgment, and developing courtroom presence.
• High accountability, professionalism, and follow-through.
• Desire to grow inside a fast-paced, expansion-driven firm with increasing responsibility.

Compensation & Growth Path

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Performance-based bonus opportunities.
• Clear advancement path with defined expectations.
• Partnership track available for attorneys who demonstrate consistent excellence, leadership, and long-term commitment.
• A leadership team that actively invests in attorney development and career progression.

Benefits & Support

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• Employer-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid time off within a performance-driven, client-first environment
• Bar dues and CLE support
• Dedicated paralegal support
• Structured training, mentorship, and long-term advancement opportunities

Time off is coordinated with case needs, court schedules, and team coverage.

How to Apply

Apply directly through Indeed. All applications are reviewed promptly and confidentially.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $90,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Are you currently licensed and in good standing with The Florida Bar?
• How many years of hands-on family law experience do you have?
• This is a primarily in-office role based in Fleming Island, Florida. Are you able and willing to work in the office on a regular basis?
• Limited hybrid flexibility may be available after onboarding and is performance-based. This role is not remote or location-flexible. Do you understand and agree?
• If you do not currently live in the Fleming Island area, are you willing to commute or relocate for this position?
• This role involves managing a full family law caseload in a fast-paced environment. Are you comfortable taking ownership of active cases and meeting deadlines consistently?
• Are you seeking a long-term position with growth and advancement potential rather than a short-term or transitional role?
• If selected, when would you be available to start?

Work Location: In person