Associate Attorney - Domestic Relations

Position: Associate Attorney – Domestic Relations

Employment Type: Full-Time

About the Firm:

We are a boutique Massachusetts law firm seeking a motivated and compassionate Associate Attorney to join our Domestic Relations practice. The ideal candidate will have strong legal research and writing skills, excellent judgment, and a genuine interest in helping clients navigate complex and often sensitive family-law matters.

Responsibilities

The Associate Attorney will work closely with clients and other members of the legal team on a variety of domestic-relations matters, including:

• Divorce and separation matters
• Child custody and parenting disputes
• Child support and alimony
• Property division and financial issues
• Modification and enforcement proceedings
• Contempt and post-judgment matters
• Paternity and parentage matters
• Domestic-relations litigation and negotiations
• Drafting pleadings, motions, discovery, correspondence, and settlement documents
• Conducting legal research and preparing case analyses
• Preparing for and attending hearings, conferences, depositions, mediations, and trials
• Communicating effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and other professionals
• Managing assigned matters efficiently and maintaining accurate case files and deadlines

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school
• Admission to the Massachusetts Bar in good standing
• Strong written and oral advocacy skills
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and organizational abilities
• Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines independently
• Professionalism, sound judgment, and attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal and client-management skills
• Prior experience in domestic relations/family law preferred; newly admitted attorneys with a strong interest in family law are encouraged to apply

What We Offer

• Meaningful, hands-on experience in domestic-relations law
• Opportunities for courtroom advocacy and client contact
• Mentorship and professional development
• A collaborative and supportive work environment
• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Opportunities for long-term professional growth

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter describing your interest in domestic-relations practice and relevant experience. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Higgins & Plante, PLLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Work Location

In person