Managing Family Law Attorney at Hecht Family Law
Job Description
Job Description
Join a Firm That Invests in You!
Lead. Litigate. Grow. Become the Managing Attorney You’re Meant to Be.
At Hecht Family Law, we believe great attorneys deserve more than just a job — they deserve a place to grow, lead, and thrive.
We’re a high-performing, client-focused family law firm with a strong culture, modern systems, and a team that supports each other every step of the way.
When you join us, you’re joining a firm that values excellence, accountability, compassion, and continuous improvement.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Competitive Total Compensation: $175,000–$275,000+, including performance and leadership bonuses.
- 401(k) with Immediate Match: Build wealth and security while we invest in your future from day one.
- Medical Insurance Reimbursement: Provided for the employee up to the maximum allowable level.
- Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, firm-wide holidays, and a culture that values excellence — not burnout.
- Career Growth Path: Begin as a Senior Family Law Attorney with a clear path to advance to Managing Attorney based on performance, leadership, and alignment with our Core Values and Excellence Operating Procedures (EOP).
- Supportive Team Culture: You’ll practice with a talented, well-structured support team — not as a lone wolf.
The Opportunity
This position is intentionally built for advancement. You’ll begin as a Senior Family Law Attorney — and if you demonstrate excellence, strong leadership, and alignment with our culture and core values, you’ll advance to the Managing Attorney role, leading our legal team and shaping the future of Hecht Family Law.
Compensation:$175,000 - $275,000 total yearly compensation
Responsibilities:In the Managing Family Law Attorney Role
You’ll oversee complex divorce and custody matters, lead your team of attorneys and paralegals, and collaborate directly with the Managing Partner on firm operations and growth. This is a true leadership-track role for an attorney who wants to build, lead, and leave a legacy in family law.
What You’ll Do
- Handle and oversee complex family law cases from intake through resolution.
- Lead case strategy meetings and “hot case” reviews for optimal results.
- Mentor and support the other attorneys on your team.
- Partner with firm leadership to drive team growth, performance, and excellence.
- Represent clients in mediations, hearings, and trials with professionalism and integrity.
- Uphold the firm’s culture, core values, and Excellence Operating Procedures (EOP) daily.
What You Bring
- JD and active Georgia Bar license in good standing.
- Minimum of 5 years of current, active family law experience (divorce, custody, support, modifications, contempt).
- Proven track record of courtroom success and strong client relationships.
- Leadership instincts, organizational strength, and excellent communication.
- High professional integrity, emotional intelligence, and a team-oriented mindset.
Hecht Family Law was founded to help clients who are going through some of life’s toughest times. Attorney Ed Hecht brings an understanding of what it’s like to be in his clients’ shoes because he’s also been through a divorce with children, pays child support, and has dealt with alimony and child custody. As a loving, devoted father to two children, he understands the sensitivities involved in helping people who need to be able to co-parent for years after their marriage ends.
The entire Hecht Family Law team inherently understands the necessity of being a caring, expert advocate for others going through this painful process. All clients receive our passionate commitment, dedicated patience in helping them understand the big picture as well as the intricacies, and enthusiastic advocacy during all phases of their cases. As a law firm to call home, our team members enjoy a fantastic environment, superior benefits, and a high-energy, fun environment!
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