Matrimonial/Family Law Associate Attorney

Job Overview

A law firm seeks a Matrimonial/Family Law Associate Attorney in Lake Success, NY. The firm is expanding its Matrimonial Department and is looking for an associate with 1-3 years of experience. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with strong organizational skills and excellent oral communication abilities, ready to work in a collaborative environment.

Duties

• Prepare pleadings, motions, settlement agreements, and briefs.
• Assist with preparations for depositions and trials.
• Appear in court in Nassau and Suffolk Counties and New York City boroughs.
• Assist with cases at every stage of the litigation cycle.
• Communicate with clients and review new files for coverage.
• Collaborate with senior attorneys to develop litigation strategies.
• Organize and track case statuses and handle pre-trial court appearances.
• Represent clients in divorce, custody, child support, and other family matters.

Requirements

• Juris Doctor degree (J.D.) from an accredited law school.
• Admittance to the NY Bar.
• Superb writing skills.
• Great organization and multitasking skills.
• Ability to prioritize work tasks effectively.
• Collaborative skills with a can-do attitude.
• Comfort working with all levels of business professionals.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and Outlook; Litify or similar platform is a plus.

Education

• Juris Doctor degree (J.D.) from an accredited law school.

Certifications

• Admittance to the NY Bar.

Skills

• Superb writing and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Flexibility and effective prioritization of tasks.
• Collaborative and client communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office, Excel, and Outlook.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, 401K, PTO, and Life Insurance.