Job Description

Job Title: Managing Attorney

Location: 2878 Camino Del Rio South, Ste 300, San Diego, CA 92108

Employment Type: Full-Time, In-Person

About Us:

Wells-Gibson Family Law, APC is a rapidly growing law firm with a commitment to excellence and client-centered service. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Managing Attorney to lead our legal team while driving the firm’s continued growth. If you have trial experience, a solid current case load, strong leadership skills, and a passion for mentoring and expanding a legal team, we want to hear from you!

Position Overview:

As a Managing Attorney , you will play a crucial role in the firm’s operations. This position requires a skilled attorney with 7+ years of experience, who is ready to take on both leadership and client-facing responsibilities. You will supervise a growing legal team, serve as the key liaison between the legal and administrative teams, and be directly involved in strategic decision-making and business development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Supervision: Oversee and manage a team of attorneys, paralegals, and legal support staff.
• Liaison Role: Act as the primary point of contact between the legal and administrative departments.
• Case Load Management: Bring your existing case load and maintain a personal portfolio of cases.
• Business Development: Actively contribute to firm growth by bringing in new business and attending networking events.
• Time Management & Prioritization: Manage your time effectively to meet the firm’s billable requirements and client needs.
• Client & Firm Relations: Balance the needs of clients, the legal team, and the firm’s growth strategies.
• Trial Experience: Lead and manage cases to trial when necessary.

Qualifications:

• CA Bar License, active and in good standing.
• 5+ years of family law legal practice, with trial experience.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and motivate a team.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Ability to balance case load, firm needs, and team requirements.
• Business management and sales experience is a plus.
• Must be ready to bring in business and attend networking events.

Requirements:

• Billable Hours: 1200 billable hours required annually.
• Work Schedule: Monday-Thursday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM; Friday, 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM.
• In-Person Role: Must be available to work on-site, no remote work option.
• Business Development: Must be willing and able to bring business to the firm.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 for the first 120 days; $90,000+ negotiable thereafter, based on experience.
• 401(k) available with firm contributions.
• Medical Insurance: 60% of premiums covered by the firm.
• Vision & Dental: 100% of premiums covered by the firm.
• Bonuses: Quarterly and annual performance bonuses.
• Referral Bonuses: Available for new business referrals.
• PTO: Unlimited PTO
• Annual Bar Dues

How to Apply:

If you’re looking for an opportunity to grow with a dynamic and expanding firm, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume, a brief cover letter, and a summary of your current case load to deveney@wellsgibsonfamilylaw.com.

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