Job Description
We are seeking a dynamic, compassionate, and experienced Spanish-speaking Attorney licensed to practice in Arizona, with a strong background in both Family Law and Criminal Defense. The ideal candidate will be a skilled litigator and negotiator with a passion for serving diverse communities, including Spanish-speaking clients who require culturally sensitive legal representation.
This role involves direct client contact, case management from start to finish, courtroom advocacy, and a collaborative approach to working with a multidisciplinary legal team. The attorney must be confident, organized, and capable of handling a diverse caseload with a high degree of professionalism and empathy.
Responsibilities:
- Counsel clients by assessing options and determining the best course of action for a successful outcome
- Appear in court on behalf of clients and argue motions during legal proceedings
- Analyze client needs, identify solutions, and determine case strategies
- Work closely with and provide leadership to administrative staff concerning client billing, client meetings and invoicing, as well as finalizing client projects
- Conduct research and draft pleadings, briefs, and motions
Qualifications:
- Well-versed in legal research software (Westlaw/Lexis)
- Successful completion of accredited law school with Juris Doctorate (J.D.) degree with 2 years of related experience
- Communication, problem-solving, decision-making, interpersonal, and public speaking skills required
- Work independently while handling a heavy caseload
About Company:
Modern Law is a forward-thinking family law firm on a mission to change the way legal services are delivered—putting people, process, and purpose at the center of everything we do. Founded in Arizona, we’ve built a reputation for combining fierce legal advocacy with empathetic client support, offering a modern, tech-enabled approach to divorce, custody, and complex family disputes.
We’re not your traditional law firm. We embrace innovation, value transparency, and believe that great lawyers thrive in collaborative, autonomous, and growth-focused environments. With offices in Mesa, Scottsdale, and now expanding into Flagstaff and Sedona, we serve a diverse client base with compassion and clarity during some of life’s most difficult transitions.
At Modern Law, we invest in our people. We train, mentor, and promote from within. Our team includes not just exceptional attorneys, but strategists, divorce coaches, paralegals, and creative thinkers—all working toward the same goal.
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