Join the Firm

Hastings Shadmehry Family Law has opened a position for a new associate attorney. At Hastings Shadmehry Family Law, you’ll be part of one of North Georgia’s premier family law firms. Here, you’ll grow professionally while contributing to a culture defined by trust and thoughtful advocacy.

If you are an attorney who cares deeply about empowering and protecting people during life’s most challenging moments and thrive in an environment where strategy and compassion meet, you are in the right place. We are seeking an attorney who is  looking for a firm that aligns with his or her dedication to excellence.

You’ll thrive here if you value:

• Vulnerable Trust – You openly share ideas and concerns, listen deeply, and build relationships grounded in respect and mutual support.  
• Unequivocal Excellence – You take pride in delivering outstanding results, never settling for “good enough” when excellence is possible.  
• Humble Confidence – You lead with strength and assertiveness, balanced by tact and empathy, confidently navigating complex situations.  
• Sees the Whole – You approach cases strategically, thinking several steps ahead to protect your clients’ best interests.

You will excel in this role if you enjoy:

• Collaborating closely with paralegals, mentoring them, and ensuring top-tier legal work.
• Independently managing cases, guiding them strategically from intake to resolution.
• Clear, compassionate client communication, setting expectations, answering questions, and providing reassurance.
• Preparing thoroughly for mediations and trials, conducting meticulous research and planning.
• Drafting precise legal documents, ensuring accuracy and clarity.
• Advocating for your clients confidently in court, leading hearings, mediations, and trials effectively.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

Besides being surrounded by a team full of people that live our core values, we also provide additional support and benefits like… 

• Robust Back-Office Support: Our skilled paralegals, administrative staff and intake specialists allow you to focus on your clients and case strategy
• Competitive Compensation & Growth:
  • Competitive base salary with a performance-based bonus system
  • Standard billing requirements with ample opportunities for case origination
• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• CLE hours covered to support ongoing professional development
• Career advancement opportunities within a firm committed to growing its team

Your qualifications:

• Licensed attorney in Georgia with family law experience
• Proven skills in litigation, negotiation, and strategic case management
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and shifting priorities comfortably
• Proficiency in Clio or similar legal case management software
• Dedication to empowering your clients through challenging life transitions

Our Practice Areas:

• Divorce actions
• Modification actions
• Contempt actions
• Temporary protective order actions
• Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
• Interfamilial, stepparent, adult, and contested adoptions
• Name change actions
• Guardianship for minor children
• Private contested dependency actions

📍 Location: Alpharetta, Georgia | In-office with flexibility for work-from-home days.

If you’re ready to step into a role where you can make a meaningful difference every day—where your professional growth aligns with your personal values—we’d love to meet you. 

📍 Location: Alpharetta, Georgia | In-office

You are a detail-oriented, proactive professional who thrives in an environment where precision and client care go hand in hand. You take pride in ensuring every legal document, deadline, and client interaction is handled with efficiency, accuracy, and professionalism. You want to work for a firm that values your contributions, supports your success, and helps you grow.

At Hastings Shadmehry Family Law, you’ll be part of a collaborative legal team, supporting attorneys in delivering high-quality legal services while ensuring seamless case management. Our firm is committed to excellence, and we empower our team members to make a real impact every day.

What We Value

You’ll thrive here if you align with our core values:

• Vulnerable Trust – You collaborate openly, communicate effectively, and build strong relationships with clients and attorneys.
• Unequivocal Excellence – You take pride in delivering precise, high-quality legal work, ensuring deadlines are met and filings are error-free.
• Humble Confidence – You take initiative, problem-solve efficiently, and handle complex casework with professionalism.
• Sees the Whole – You anticipate challenges, think proactively, and ensure every case is positioned for success.

What You’ll Do

You’ll excel in this role if you enjoy:

• Preparing legal documents—drafting, proofreading, and organizing case filings, correspondence, and legal briefs
• Managing deadlines and filings—ensuring documents are submitted on time and comply with jurisdictional requirements
• Serving as the primary point of contact for clients—providing updates, answering routine inquiries, and offering professional, empathetic support
• Coordinating scheduling and case deadlines—maintaining a detailed calendar for case milestones, court dates, and meetings
• Ensuring compliance with legal standards—staying current on laws, court procedures, and best practices
• Accurately capturing billable time and activities
• Coordinating with courts, opposing counsel, and third parties to move cases forward
• Organizing and maintaining client files in Clio (our case management system)

Why You’ll Love Working Here

In addition to working with a team that truly lives our values, we offer:

• Robust Back-Office Support – Collaborate with skilled attorneys, administrative staff, and legal professionals
• Professional Growth & Development – Opportunities to expand your legal expertise and advance your career
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive base salary + performance-based bonuses
  • Standard billing requirements with opportunities for case origination
  • 401(k) with matching contributions
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Clear paths for advancement

Qualifications

• Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Paralegal Studies or related field
• Certification from an accredited paralegal program (preferred)
• Minimum 2 years of family law paralegal experience (or equivalent legal background with a strong interest in family law)
• Strong familiarity with Georgia court procedures and local rules
• Proficient in Clio Manage, Microsoft Office Suite, and digital file organization
• Excellent organizational, writing, research, and communication skills
• Compassionate and capable of supporting clients through complex, emotional transitions

Our Practice Areas

• Divorce
• Modifications
• Contempt actions
• Temporary protective orders
• Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
• Assisted reproductive therapy / surrogacy
• Interfamilial, stepparent, adult, and contested adoptions
• Name changes
• Guardianship for minor children
• Private contested dependency actions

If you’re looking for a role where your work is valued, your growth is encouraged, and your skills make a real difference, we’d love to meet you.