Matrimonial/Family Law Associate

Jobot; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot based in New York, NY seeks a Matrimonial/Family Law Associate for a hybrid, permanent role in a premier mid-sized firm with a national presence. This position focuses on sophisticated matrimonial matters, including divorce, custody, and equitable distribution, within a collaborative culture and strong mentorship programs.

Ideal candidates hold a JD, NY Bar in good standing, and 3–10+ years of experience, with proven skills in research, writing, negotiation, and client-facing work.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school or equivalent.
• 3-10+ years of attorney experience.
• Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing.
• Experience handling divorce, custody, support, equitable distribution, and related matrimonial matters.
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and client-facing skills.
• Experience assisting with or independently managing matters from inception through resolution.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Negotiation

Client-facing

Education

Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school or similar

Job description

Matrimonial/Family Law Associate

$150000 - $225000 per year | New York, NY | Hybrid | Permanent

Matrimonial/Family Law Associate - High-Level NYC Family Law & Matrimonial Associate

A bit about us:

Based in New York, NY with 7 offices, we are a top-ranked, full-service mid-sized law firm with a strong national presence and sophisticated multidisciplinary practice.

For 25 years, we’ve built our reputation around doing things differently. Our culture is highly collaborative and intentionally people-focused, with approximately 150 attorneys and more than 30 service offerings spanning areas including corporate, litigation, real estate, construction, labor & employment, intellectual property, matrimonial and family law, trusts & estates, immigration, and other sophisticated commercial matters.

Our core values are centered around our people and our clients. We believe that putting employees first creates the environment attorneys need to do exceptional work while building meaningful, long-term careers.

We’re particularly focused on professional development and provide attorneys with mentorship, business development training, leadership opportunities, and programs designed to support both personal and professional growth. The firm has also received repeated recognition as a leading workplace in New York.

Why join us?

Do you want to work with some of the nation’s best Clients AND enjoy time at home w/ family? We do too!

• Meaningful Work!
• Best in Class Firm!
• Competitive Compensation Package!
• Complete Benefits Package!
• Flexible Work Schedules!
• Accelerated Career Growth!
• Fun Company Activities!
• Many More!

Job Details

Is your background a fit?

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school or similar plus:
• 3-10+ Years of Attorney experience
• Admission to the New York State Bar in good standing
• Experience handling divorce, custody, support, equitable distribution, and related matrimonial matters
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and client-facing skills
• Experience assisting with or independently managing matters from inception through resolution
• Ability to handle sophisticated and sensitive client matters in a fast-paced environment

We can offer you the opportunity to work with State-of-the-Art Clients making a meaningful impact on today's society and the next generation!

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