Mid-level Associate Attorney with 4+ years of experience working in a matrimonial firm Job in New York City, NY Near Me - 305706 | BCGSearch.com

Mid-level Associate Attorney with 4+ years of experience working in a matrimonial firm

Type Full-Time

Location New York - New York City

Job ID UDIC305706

Experience Level Midlevel Associate

Job Experience Min. 4 Years

Ranking 2 : Consumer and/or Business $$

Estimated Salary Consumer Facing Firm Salary-Tend to Be on Lower End in Market (Varies by Firm)

Practice Areas Adoption LawDivorce LawFamily Law - General

2024-08-05 05:41:06

New York City office of a BCG Attorney Search Top Ranked Law Firm seeks mid-level associate attorney with 4+ years of experience working in a matrimonial firm. The candidate will communicate with other attorneys and paralegals to effectively move through the civil litigation process. Will help solve divorce and family issues for clients through analyzing the situation, understanding their needs, and creating a strategic plan of action. Handle the division of marital assets during divorce proceedings as needed. Advise and advocate for clients in child custody disputes. Keep client files properly organized and up to date. Represent clients in court proceedings as needed. Draft pleadings, motions, contracts, marital settlement agreements, divorce judgments, support orders, and other orders for a high volume of cases. Draft and/or edit motions, affidavits, pleadings, legal arguments, testimony, and trial briefs. Hearing Preparation, client representation. Case consultation and strategizing with clients. Communication with opposing parties, court, and others. Perform case law research to identify and apply relevant judicial decisions, statutes, legal articles, codes, and other pertinent material. Investigate the facts of a case. Review and monitor new and updated laws and regulations. Edit and approve substantive correspondence. Advising clients on the development of their case objectives. Ensuring transparency of the firm's casework. Answering clients' questions in a timely fashion. Keeping clients aware of their case status to their satisfaction. Abiding by the ethical rules of the profession. Thorough and timely counseling clients on settlement versus contesting issues. Promoting an excellent client experience. Perform other tasks as assigned by Senior Attorney. Should have technical training or knowledge: Basic business software (MS Office Suite), Email client software, Dropbox software, cloud service, eFax, case management software, Legal research software (Westlaw, Lexis), and other computer and telephone technology. Thorough knowledge of legal principles and practices is essential. Thorough knowledge of legal research techniques is needed. Should have a thorough knowledge of legal terminology. In-depth knowledge of state laws and regulations is needed. Must be admitted to practice law in New York and have satisfactory standing with the State Bar. Should have Juris Doctorate degree from ABA law school. Excellent communication and negotiation skills, especially in highly stressful and emotional situations essential.

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