Associate Attorney (Family Law)

Strive Law Firm is a growing family law firm based in Raleigh, North Carolina, focused on helping clients navigate divorce, custody, support, domestic violence, and premarital planning with clarity, strategy, and strong advocacy.

We are seeking a confident and motivated Associate Attorney to join our team. This role is ideal for an attorney with 1–5 years of experience who is ready to take ownership of their cases while continuing to grow under the mentorship of experienced attorneys.

Strive is not your father's traditional law firm. We believe great legal work and a great workplace culture can coexist. Our team is entrepreneurial, collaborative, and invested in building a modern law firm that supports both professional excellence and a healthy, enjoyable work environment.

We are looking for someone who is excited about practicing family law, comfortable managing their own cases, and interested in growing their practice alongside a firm that is actively expanding.

While we are actively exploring candidates, this is not an urgent hire. We are always interested in meeting talented attorneys and are focused on finding the right long-term cultural and professional fit. Our goal is to identify the right candidate and bring them on board within the next 2–6 months.

About the Role:

This attorney will handle a range of family law matters, including:

• Divorce and equitable distribution
• Child custody and child support
• Spousal support
• Domestic violence matters
• Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
• Negotiation, mediation, and litigation

Attorneys at Strive are expected to take ownership of their cases while collaborating with senior attorneys for strategy, mentorship, and case development when needed. This position is best suited for an attorney who is confident in their legal abilities and ready to manage their own caseload with appropriate support from the firm.

What We're Looking For:

We are seeking an attorney who:

• Has 1–5 years of family law experience (North Carolina required)
• Is licensed and in good standing with the North Carolina State Bar (Required)
• Is confident independently managing client communication, court appearances, and case strategy
• Is comfortable working independently while collaborating with a team
• Values professionalism, responsiveness, and strong client relationships
• Is excited about contributing to a growing, entrepreneurial law firm

We highly value applicants who have strong existing client relationships or the ability to bring a book of business. There will be origination commission opportunities and increased base salary discussions for applicants with this background.

Compensation Structure:

We offer a compensation structure designed to reward both strong legal work and business development.

Base Salary:
$70,000 – $90,000 depending on experience and expected case volume and pre-existing book of business.

Performance Incentives:

• Origination bonuses for any clients the attorney brings to the firm
• Production bonuses/commissions on cases handled for firm-generated clients
• Bonuses are calculated and paid quarterly

We provide an active marketing program and client funnel, so attorneys will receive firm-generated cases in addition to any work they originate.

Billable Expectations:

Our billable expectation is 1,150 hours annually, which averages approximately 5 billable hours per working day when accounting for holidays and PTO.

We believe this structure allows attorneys to maintain high-quality work while sustaining a balanced and productive schedule.

Our calculated On-Target Earning (OTE) Potential, depending on experience and performance (meeting the 1,150 annual billing requirement) is between $78,000 - $106,750. To state the obvious, if you exceed the billable requirement, the OTE is even greater, putting financial success in your own hands.

Work Environment:

We strongly prefer attorneys who enjoy working in person and collaborating with the team in our Raleigh office. That said, hybrid arrangements may be considered depending on experience level and circumstances.

Strive Law Firm emphasizes a positive and supportive work culture. We believe lawyers do their best work when they feel respected, encouraged, and part of a team.

Our firm culture includes:

• A collaborative and supportive environment
• A modern approach to legal marketing and client education
• Team events and firm gatherings
• A workplace that values professionalism without sacrificing personality

If you're looking for a traditional and old-school law firm environment, this may not be the right fit. If you're excited about practicing law in a modern, growth-focused firm, we'd love to talk with you.

Other Benefits:

• Health insurance (firm pays 50% of employee-only coverage)
• SIMPLE IRA retirement plan with firm matching (launching soon)
• Bar dues paid
• CLE expenses covered
• Marketing and business development support
• Opportunity to grow within a rapidly expanding firm

We are also open to candidates who may have trusted paralegals or assistants they wish to bring with them, as we are actively building out additional staff support. Currently the firm does not have full-time administrative support, but will be hiring for that next.

About Strive Law Firm:

Strive Law Firm is focused on delivering strategic, organized, and compassionate representation in family law matters. Our goal is to build a firm that not only serves clients well, but also creates a workplace where attorneys can build meaningful and sustainable careers.

We believe in strong preparation, clear communication, and creating a legal practice that is both professionally rewarding and personally fulfilling.

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit:

• Resume
• Brief cover letter
• Any relevant writing sample (optional)

All inquiries will be kept confidential.

Pay: $70,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Application Question(s):

• How comfortable are you managing family law cases independently, including client communication, drafting pleadings, and court appearances? Please briefly describe your experience.
• What types of family law matters have you handled or worked on? (Examples may include custody, divorce, equitable distribution, child support, alimony, domestic violence, or prenuptial agreements.)
• How often have you appeared in court in the past year? Please describe the types of hearings or proceedings you have handled.
• This role requires attorneys to manage their own cases while collaborating with senior attorneys for strategy and mentorship when needed. Are you comfortable working in this type of environment?
• How many years of family law experience do you have?
• Anything else you want us to know to set yourself apart? Anything that you think is important?

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Raleigh, NC 27603