Family Law - Associate Attorney
Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara
San Diego, CA · Posted November 9, 2026
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About the job
Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara, LLP is seeking a talented Family Law Associate Attorney to join our award-winning Family Law team in our San Diego office.
Bremer Whyte Brown & O’Meara is a reputable, forward-thinking mid-sized law firm headquartered in Newport Beach, California. For 6 consecutive years, the firm has been recognized in the U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” rankings, reflecting our longstanding commitment to excellence and exceptional client service. Our Family Law practice is among the largest in Southern California, with a dedicated team of 13 family law attorneys, including 8 Certified Family Law Specialists. The practice is consistently recognized among the Best Law Firms for Family Law, with several of our partners and associates individually honored as Best Lawyers in America.
As an integral member of our Family Law team, you will handle a broad spectrum of matters, including divorce, prenuptial and postnuptial agreements, child support modifications, and more. You will manage all aspects of litigation from inception to resolution, including legal research, drafting pleadings and motions, and representing clients in court. This role offers an excellent platform for professional growth, as you will collaborate closely with experienced partners who will provide mentorship as you take on challenging cases.
Minimum 2+ years of experience handling family law litigation matters, preferably in San Diego
Experience preparing for, taking, and defending depositions; briefing and arguing discovery and dispositive motions; attending mediations; and interfacing with clients and opposing counsel preferred; trial experience is a plus
Demonstrated expertise in analyzing, researching, and drafting briefs and other pleadings addressing sophisticated legal issues in complex family law matters
Ability to manage a caseload independently while also collaborating with team members
Client-focused mindset and a passion for achieving successful outcomes
Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
Active admission to the California State Bar required
Our firm offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Competitive compensation + performance-based bonus plan
Generous medical insurance (HMO/PPO) – employer-paid premium up to 95% + employer funded HRA (for PPO plans)
Dental insurance – employer-paid premium up to 100%
Vision coverage
Wellness incentives, including fitness discounts and rewards program
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Unlimited Time Off program
12 paid holidays
401(k)
We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace environment that promotes career development and a healthy work-life balance.
About Us: At Bremer Whyte Brown & O'Meara (BWB&O), we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence, innovation, and unwavering dedication to our clients. With 200 attorneys across nine offices in four states, and a strong foothold in the legal community, we have built a solid reputation for delivering exceptional legal services across various practice areas. Learn more at https://bremerwhyte.com/
Equal Opportunity Statement: BWB&O is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds. All applications will be treated with the utmost confidentiality.
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The expected base salary range is $135,000-$170,000, however actual compensation will be determined based on experience.