Divorce and Family Law Litigation Associate Attorney

BCG Attorney Search; New York (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing boutique law firm in Midtown Manhattan is looking for an experienced Associate Attorney for its Divorce and Family Law Litigation team. The role involves hands-on litigation experience, managing high-value cases, and working in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of relevant experience and strong advocacy skills.

Qualifications

• Licensed in New York with experience in family and matrimonial law.
• Ability to manage multiple cases efficiently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in all aspects of family law litigation.
• Negotiate and draft prenuptial and postnuptial agreements.
• Manage cases from inception to resolution.

Skills

Legal writing and research

Courtroom advocacy

Family law case management

Strong negotiation and settlement skills

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Divorce and Family Law Litigation Associate Attorney

Company name
BCG Attorney Search

Experience
2-10 yrs required

Location
Manhattan, NY, United States

Posted on
Apr 01, 2025

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Job Overview

A fast-growing boutique law firm in Midtown Manhattan is seeking an experienced Associate Attorney to join its Divorce and Family Law Litigation team. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in family and matrimonial law and will be skilled in motion practice, court appearances, trial preparation, and settlement negotiations. This role offers the opportunity for hands-on litigation experience with high-value cases, in a supportive and collaborative environment with room for growth.

Location

• Manhattan, NY

Duties

• Represent clients in all aspects of family law litigation, including divorce, child custody, parenting plans, support matters, and equitable distribution
• Negotiate and draft prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
• Manage cases from inception to resolution, including client intake, discovery, negotiation, motion practice, hearings, and trials
• Draft legal documents such as motions, affidavits, pleadings, and settlement agreements
• Conduct legal research and analysis to support case strategy
• Appear in Supreme Court and Family Court (both in-person and virtually)
• Collaborate with the legal team to develop firm policies, systems, and procedures

Requirements

• Licensed in New York with experience in family and matrimonial law
• Strong legal writing, research, and courtroom advocacy skills
• Familiarity with NYS Supreme and Family Court systems (NYSCEF/EDDS filing)
• Ability to manage multiple cases efficiently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong negotiation skills and ability to handle high-conflict situations professionally
• A team player who thrives in a collaborative yet autonomous environment

Education

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited law school

Certifications

• Admission to the New York State Bar

Skills

• Legal writing and research
• Courtroom advocacy
• Family law case management
• Strong negotiation and settlement skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and legal research tools

Company info

BCG Attorney Search

125 Park Avenue, 25th floor
New York, NY 10017
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]