Senior Associate Attorney

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