Supervising Attorney - Family Law Litigation

Supervising Family Law Litigation Attorney | Team Lead

Charlotte, NC | Starting Compensation from $110K-$140K+ DOE | KPI-based Quarterly Bonus

Influence Outcomes. Develop Talent. Help Build What’s Next.

A growing Charlotte-area legal organization is adding a senior-level attorney to support continued expansion and strengthen leadership across its domestic relations practice. This position is designed for an experienced litigator who enjoys balancing sophisticated client representation with team guidance, operational contribution, and long-term practice development. Rather than functioning solely as an individual contributor, this individual will serve as a trusted resource across case execution, attorney development, and day-to-day legal operations.

The environment rewards initiative, mature judgment, collaboration, and professionals who enjoy helping others elevate their performance.

This attorney will maintain ownership of active legal matters while also helping shape consistency, quality standards, and team effectiveness across the practice. The role offers the opportunity to remain connected to advocacy work while expanding influence beyond an individual docket.

Core Areas of Responsibility

Client Representation & Matter Direction

• Direct legal strategy across a portfolio of domestic matters
• Guide clients through complex and highly personal legal situations
• Lead negotiations, court appearances, mediations, and dispute resolution efforts
• Review legal positioning and support successful case progression
• Maintain excellent responsiveness and client experience standards

Leadership & Attorney Development

• Act as a resource and sounding board for attorneys and legal staff
• Support onboarding and development of newer team members
• Encourage strong case ownership and thoughtful decision-making
• Reinforce accountability and professional standards
• Contribute to developing a strong, team-oriented environment

Practice Operations & Collaboration

• Participate in legal planning discussions and workflow initiatives
• Help identify process improvements and operational efficiencies
• Partner with leadership to strengthen communication and execution
• Promote consistency in work product and service delivery

Team Environment

This organization intentionally combines individual ownership with structured support. Attorneys operate within collaborative working groups supported by legal operations professionals and leadership engagement. The culture emphasizes:

• Open communication
• Shared problem solving
• Professional growth
• Mutual respect
• High standards without unnecessary bureaucracy

This environment tends to appeal to attorneys who enjoy meaningful responsibility while remaining connected to a team.

Background That Will Translate Well

• Active North Carolina Bar license in good standing
• Prior exposure to family law matters strongly preferred
• Demonstrated litigation experience and comfort appearing before the court
• History of independently managing active legal matters
• Experience overseeing, coaching, or developing legal professionals
• Approximately 2–3+ years of people leadership experience preferred
• Strong communication and decision-making ability
• Ability to balance legal execution with team support responsibilities

Total Rewards

• Medical, dental, and vision programs
• Employer contribution toward employee healthcare costs
• Life and disability coverage
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Paid time away from work
• Wellness and personal leave programs
• Continuing education and professional membership support
• Team events and employee appreciation initiatives

Who Tends To Thrive Here

• Attorneys who perform well in this environment often:
• Enjoy mentoring and elevating others
• Like solving problems rather than escalating them
• Move comfortably between strategy and execution
• Build trust quickly with clients and colleagues
• Take ownership while remaining collaborative
• Want visibility, growth, and meaningful influence

This is an opportunity for a legal leader who wants to continue practicing while helping shape the future of a growing team.