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Join One of Manhattan's Biggest Family Law Practices! This Jobot Job is hosted by: Jessica Hughes
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Salary: $150,000 - $275,000 per year
A bit about us: Join a leading NYC-based law firm specializing in Divorce, Family, and Matrimonial Law. Our clients is seeking a dynamic Family Law Attorney with a robust background in litigation to complement their esteemed team. They eschew one-size-fits-all approaches, tailoring strategies to each client’s unique needs across diverse issues including divorce, child custody, support matters, pre-nuptial agreements, and more. Their attorneys boast a proven record of success in and out of court, backed by a commitment to innovation and personalized client service. Partner involvement from inception to resolution ensures comprehensive support for their client's financial and personal objectives.
Experience firsthand the difference of practicing with our client, where your advocacy skills and passion for family law will thrive and you'll receive mentorship and support from a firm that has top LawDragon , Best Lawyers, and SuperLawyers awards! If interested, please apply or email your resume to jessica.hughes@jobot.com
1-5 years 150-200k 6-10 years 200-275k
Why join us? Do you want to work with some of the nation’s best Clients AND enjoy time at home w/ family? We do too!
- Meaningful Work!
- Best in Class Firm!
- Competitive Compensation Package!
- Complete Benefits Package!
- Flexible Work Schedules!
- Accelerated Career Growth!
- Fun Company Activities!
- Many More!
Job Details Job Details:
We are seeking a dynamic, experienced, and dedicated Family Law Attorney to join our vibrant legal team. The successful candidate will play a key role in representing clients in all areas of family law, including divorce, child custody, visitation rights, domestic violence, and spousal support. This role will involve extensive client interaction, court appearances, drafting pleadings, conducting depositions, and negotiating settlements. The ideal candidate for this position is a proactive self-starter with a passion for family law and a desire to make a positive impact on our clients' lives.
Responsibilities:
- Provide legal representation to clients in all areas of family law, including but not limited to divorce, child custody, visitation rights, domestic violence, and spousal support cases.
- Conduct client interviews to understand and assess their legal needs and develop effective strategies to achieve their goals.
- Draft legal documents such as pleadings, motions, briefs, appeals, and agreements.
- Advocate for clients in court, presenting evidence, and arguing cases effectively.
- Conduct legal research and analysis to stay updated on current laws and interpret complex legal issues related to family law.
- Negotiate settlements in a manner that is in the best interest of the client.
- Collaborate with legal staff and other professionals to ensure cases are handled efficiently.
- Maintain the highest level of professional conduct and ethics in all interactions with clients, court personnel, and other professionals.
Qualifications:
- Juris Doctorate (JD) degree from an accredited law school.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience as a Family Law Attorney.
- Active member of the State Bar in good standing.
- Proven experience in litigation and court procedures.
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills.
- Strong analytical ability and problem-solving skills to understand complex legal issues.
- Proficiency in legal research tools and software.
- High degree of professional ethics, integrity, and gravitas.
- Ability to handle high caseloads and multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with clients from diverse backgrounds.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrable ability to maintain client confidentiality and adhere to ethical standards.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying updated on changes in family law.
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