Title: Matrimonial Attorney
Location: Walden, NY (Orange County) - Fully in Office
Salary: $135,000 - $150,000 + Bonus
Growing Established Law Firm Seeks Matrimonial Attorney to join their team!
Responsibilities:
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Manage caseload of complex family law matters including divorce, child custody, child support, spousal support, property division & other related matters
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Conduct consultations with potential clients to understand their legal needs and determine the best course of action
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Prepare and draft legal documents such as divorce papers, custody agreements, and prenuptial agreements
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Settlement negotiation
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Gathering evidence, including financial evidence.
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Preparing necessary documentation.
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Handling issues related to child custody and visitation.
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Referring to mediation.
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Advocating for clients in hearings.
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Overseeing family estates.
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Providing advice on areas such as adoption and guardianship.
Skills & Experience:
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New York Bar Admission
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Juris Doctor from an accredited law school
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5+ years’ experience in family law practice environment
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Exposure to Microsoft Now / LexisNexis / PerfectLaw or Westlaw software
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Strong written & oral communication skills.