Family Law Attorney

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Salary: $100,000 - $180,000 per year

Our client was founded in 1968. Since our inception, we have expanded from a two-lawyer firm to our present team of over 20 attorneys and a full professional staff of paralegals and legal assistants. They are a full-service law firm.

• Competitive Compensation
• 401k match
• Profit Sharing

Key Responsibilities:

• Client Representation: Represent clients in court hearings, trials, depositions, and mediations related to family law matters.
• Legal Consultation: Provide legal advice and counsel to clients on issues such as divorce, child custody and visitation, child and spousal support, property division, prenuptial agreements, and domestic violence.
• Case Management: Manage all phases of family law cases from initiation to resolution, including drafting and filing pleadings, motions, and other legal documents.
• Negotiation: Skillfully negotiate settlements on behalf of clients, striving to achieve favorable outcomes while minimizing conflict.
• Legal Research: Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategies and stay updated on current legal trends and changes in family law.
• Client Communication: Maintain clear and consistent communication with clients, keeping them informed about case developments and answering any questions or concerns.
• Collaboration: Work collaboratively with paralegals, legal assistants, and other attorneys within the firm to ensure comprehensive and effective case management.
• Ethical Practice: Uphold the highest standards of ethical practice and maintain client confidentiality at all times.

Qualifications:

• Bar Admission: Must be a member in good standing of the New York State Bar.
• Experience: Minimum of 4 years of experience practicing family law in New York.
• Education: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school.
• Skills:
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Empathy and interpersonal skills for client interaction.
• Ability to manage multiple cases and deadlines efficiently.
• Proficiency in legal research tools and case management software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with high-conflict custody cases and complex financial issues in divorce.
• Training in mediation or collaborative law.
• Bilingual abilities are a plus.

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