Attorney

Job Title: Attorney "At Sterling Lawyers, it's not like anyone is a lone wolf. We really want all our team members to succeed." – Katie VanDeusen, Managing Partner Sterling Lawyers, LLC (sterlinglawyers.com) is a rapidly growing law firm that exclusively practices family law with a fixed fee model. We’ve built a supportive, collaborative team where you can leave behind the stress of tracking billable hours and toxic micromanagement.

Our commitment is to make a positive impact at every touchpoint—with clients, the community, and our team. By leveraging modern technology and efficient business practices, we reduce stress, increase flexibility, and create space for our attorneys to focus on what truly matters: helping clients through some of the most challenging times in their lives.

We offer unparalleled compensation opportunities, strong practice support, and long-term stability—all while working alongside a top-performing team at one of the most innovative family law firms in the United States.

If this sounds like the right fit, we invite you to learn more at sterlinglawyers.com and hope you’ll consider applying to join us in Madison.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Average annual compensation of $75,000-$175,000 commensurate with experience
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, effective the first day of the month following your hire date
• 401k Matching
• Company-paid Short and Long-Term Disability

The Culture:

• Flexibility in work time and space
• Collaboration with a supportive team of professionals
• Mentoring and coaching to master your craft
• A team focused on transforming family law practices
• Vibrant relationships that foster personal and professional growth
• World-class practice support from staff
• Unlimited earning potential — we are a merit-based organization

Qualifications:

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Wisconsin Bar license in good standing.
• 1–2 years of litigation experience; family law preferred but not required.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to adapt tone and style to different audiences.
• Excellent organizational skills with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Attention to detail and commitment to delivering high-quality work.
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and dedication to client service.
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.
• Strength in daily innovation, leveraging technology to streamline processes and enhance client engagement.

Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in family law matters with professionalism and advocacy.
• Proactively manage complex cases from initiation to resolution, applying strategic insight and empathetic client support.
• Communicate clearly, consistently, and effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court personnel, and internal team members.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of court procedures and county-specific rules.
• Manage caseload efficiently, ensuring all deadlines and court requirements are met.
• Maintain organized case files and documentation to support seamless workflow and compliance.
• Learn and apply the implications of fixed-fee representation.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share knowledge, refine strategies, and deliver high-quality representation.

Job Type: Full-time

Alternative Position Names: Lawyer, Associate Attorney, Senior Associate Attorney