Attorney, Of Counsel

Blodnick Fazio & Clark; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Blodnick Fazio & Clark is a small general practice law firm in New York seeking to expand its matrimonial/family law practice. The team emphasizes honesty, professionalism, and client focus while embracing technology and a dynamic, collaborative culture.

The Matrimonial/Family Law Attorney or Of Counsel will represent clients in divorce and family matters, help grow the practice, and may receive a hybrid salary/equity compensation package.

Qualifications

• Previous experience, preferably with matrimonial and family law litigation.
• Familiarity with New York Supreme and Family Court procedures.
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills.
• Highly organized and inspiring confidence with clients.
• Ability to handle difficult cases head on.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A desire to build a business and grow the practice.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in state supreme and family court.
• Manage matrimonial and family law matters from start to finish.
• Assist in building the matrimonial/family law practice of the firm.
• Prepare and draft court documents (pleadings, motions and discovery) on behalf of clients.
• Conduct written and oral discovery.
• Appear and conduct court appearances and hearings.
• Negotiate settlements for legal disputes.
• Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice.

Skills

Matrimonial law

Family law litigation

Client management

Entrepreneurial growth

Job description

Job Description

We adhere to traditional principles of honesty, integrity and professionalism that is often lost in today’s highly competitive legal marketplace, but we are anything but “old-school.” We stay on the cutting edge of technology and expect our people to do the same. We do this to offer the very best service to our clients. We are fierce advocates for our clients, but we always maintain the highest levels of professionalism, always. We happily take on the toughest, messiest matters. We will go anywhere, and do anything for as long as it takes to get the job done for our clients, and we do it with a smile! This is a place where we take our work seriously, but ourselves less so, and our clients love us for it.

We are looking to expand out team, so we can continue doing what we love. We have a vision and a strategy for where we are going, and a clear path to get there. We’re looking for someone who is motivated by our vision, and by helping our clients succeed. We are seeking a Matrimonial/Family Law Attorney or Of Counsel to become a part of our team! You will represent clients in all phases of divorce, family law as well as general litigation. We're looking for someone who is entrepreneurial and looking to grow their practice. We're offering a hybrid compensation structure that includes both salary and equity options.

Responsibilities:

• Represent clients in state supreme and family court
• Manage matrimonial and family law matters from start to finish
• Assist in building the matrimonial/family law practice of the firm
• Prepare and draft court documents (pleadings, motions and discovery) on behalf of clients
• Conduct written and oral discovery
• Appear and conduct court appearances and hearings
• Negotiate settlements for legal disputes
• Perform administrative and management functions related to the practice

Qualifications:

• Previous experience, preferably with matrimonial and family law litigation
• Familiarity with New York Supreme and Family Court procedures
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills
• Highly organized and inspiring confidence with clients
• Ability to handle difficult cases head on
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A desire to build a business and grow the practice

Company Description

Small general practice law firm with thriving general practice seeking to expand our matrimonial/family law practice. We maintain offices in Babylon Village and Garden City. We represent individuals, businesses, municipalities and organizations in a broad variety of transactional and litigation needs. Offering world class, premium-level service in a fast-paced work environment with relaxed firm culture.

This is a very supportive atmosphere and flexible work arrangements with a combination of in-office and remote work are available for some positions. We prioritize professional development and encourage our people to work in a way that brings out the very best of what they have to offer.