Family Law Attorney (Tampa, FL area)

Overview

An established law firm is seeking an experienced freelance Family Law Attorney to support a growing caseload in Hillsborough County, Florida. This remote role requires residency in Hillsborough County and familiarity with local courts, judges, and procedures. The position offers flexible scheduling, consistent case flow, and no marketing or client intake responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in family law matters including divorce, custody, child and spousal support, post-judgment issues, dependency, and domestic violence cases.
• Develop and implement tailored legal strategies based on case facts, client objectives, and applicable law.
• Prepare for and conduct hearings, mediations, negotiations, evidentiary proceedings, and trials.
• Maintain proactive and empathetic communication with clients regarding case status and next steps.
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, settlement agreements, and related legal documents.
• Conduct legal research and case analysis to support litigation and settlement efforts.
• Prepare organized, complete, and court-ready case files.
• Collaborate with paralegals, support staff, and expert witnesses to strengthen case outcomes.
• Assign and oversee work performed by legal support staff to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Participate in bi-weekly case review meetings with firm leadership to assess strategy, support needs, and payment status.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with legal, ethical, and firm standards.
• Track billable time and value delivered according to firm policies.
• Manage digital workflows, remote communication, and virtual case management professionally.
• Travel locally to Tampa and St. Petersburg courts as needed for hearings, trials, and other proceedings.

Requirements

• Licensed Florida attorney in good standing with a JD from an accredited law school.
• Must reside in Hillsborough County, FL.
• Minimum of 3 years of family law experience.
• Proven litigation experience including hearings, mediations, and trials.
• Strong legal writing skills with the ability to draft high-quality pleadings and motions.
• Strategic thinker with strong analytical skills and sound judgment.
• Highly organized and capable of managing a demanding caseload remotely.
• Empathetic communicator able to guide clients through emotionally charged situations.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation for occasional local travel.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working remotely.
• Experience supervising or coordinating with support staff.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods of sitting and computer work.
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Ability to travel locally as needed.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation equivalent to $133,000 - $202,000 annually for full-time work.
• Flexible scheduling and autonomy.
• Consistent flow of qualified family law cases.
• No marketing, intake, or lead-generation responsibilities.
• Administrative and paralegal support provided.
• Clear expectations, predictable payments, and streamlined workflows.

Location

• Remote work with requirement to reside in Hillsborough County, Florida.
• Occasional travel to courts in Tampa and St. Petersburg, FL.