Adobe Acrobat, Analysis Skills, Attorney, Case Management, Child Support, Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Documentation, Family Law, Legal, Legal Documents, LexisNexis, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, Negotiation Skills, Team Player, Time Management, Vision Plan
Job description:
Practice Area: Family and Matrimonial Law
Overview
Our client, a well-established family law firm, is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience representing clients in complex family and matrimonial matters, including divorce, custody, alimony/spousal support, child support, and related proceedings.
This role requires a compassionate yet assertive advocate who can navigate emotionally charged situations with professionalism, composure, and exceptional communication skills.
*Requires occasional appearance in Essex County court.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent clients in a variety of family law matters, including prenuptial/postnuptial/cohabitation agreements, divorce, custody, and support proceedings.
- Conduct investigations, discovery, negotiations, motion advocacy, and trials.
- Develop and execute legal strategies to achieve optimal outcomes for clients.
- Serve as the primary client contact, providing clear communication and sound legal advice throughout the process.
- Draft and review legal documents including pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, and judgments.
- Oversee and mentor associates and paralegals, fostering professional growth and maintaining high performance standards.
- Utilize firm resources effectively to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient case management.
- Remain current on all family and matrimonial law developments and CLE requirements.
- Maintain accurate time entries and case documentation.
Qualifications
- Admission to the New York State Bar and in good standing.
- Minimum of 5 years of family law experience, including no fewer than 10 trials.
- Certified Divorce Specialist or willingness to obtain certification.
- Completion (or willingness to complete) 30 hours of basic mediation training or 15 hours of Collaborative Divorce training.
- Excellent negotiation, analytical, and courtroom skills.
- Strong communication and client relationship abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Westlaw/LexisNexis, and Google Workspace; familiarity with CLIO Grow, CLIO Manage, and Family Law Software preferred.
This is an exceptional opportunity to join a respected family law practice, make a meaningful impact on clients' lives, and grow within a supportive, high-performing legal team.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Vision insurance