Matrimonial/Family Law Associate Attorney

A law firm is seeking a Matrimonial/Family Law Associate Attorney for its New Hyde Park, NY location. The Matrimonial/Family Law Associate Attorney will manage an independent and collaborative caseload involving both litigation and uncontested matters. The candidate should possess extensive experience in client relations within a private law firm setting, along with proficiency in drafting legal documents, conducting depositions, and representing clients in court proceedings.

Duties:

• Manage an independent and collaborative caseload for matrimonial and family law matters
• Handle litigation and uncontested matters, including divorce packets and statements of net worth
• Draft motions, discovery responses, and other legal documents
• Conduct depositions, court conferences, trials/hearings, and client meetings
• Provide exceptional client service and maintain positive client relations
• Effectively manage cases from intake to resolution
• Collaborate with other attorneys and staff members as needed
• Stay updated on relevant laws and regulations in matrimonial and family law

Requirements:

• 3+ years of experience in matrimonial law
• Strong understanding of matrimonial and family law principles and procedures
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills
• Admitted to practice law in New York
• Experience in client relations within a private law firm setting

Education:

Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school

Certifications:

Admission to practice law in New York

Skills:

• Legal drafting and document preparation
• Client relationship management
• Courtroom advocacy and litigation skills
• Case management and organization
• Negotiation and dispute resolution

This New York-based legal practice is a boutique law firm that exclusively focuses on family, divorce, and matrimonial law. Their areas of concentration include divorce & settlement, separation agreements, child support & custody, family negligence, relocation of children, parental alienation, equal division of property, alimony & maintenance issues, protection orders, grandparents rights, prenuptial/post-nuptial agreements, modifications in child support/custody, name changes, and wills & trusts. The members of this firm are extremely sensitive and understanding towards client needs and are committed to providing high quality representation of cases.