Senior Divorce & Family Law Litigation Attorney

Rudyuk Law Firm; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 200,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid flexibility

Mentorship and leadership role

Competitive compensation with own book

Job summary

RLF Family Law, a boutique New York City practice devoted exclusively to divorce and family law primarily in Manhattan and Brooklyn, is seeking a Senior Divorce & Family Law Litigation Attorney to lead the legal department in a hybrid NYC setting.

This role offers mentorship, leadership opportunities, and a competitive compensation package starting at $200,000+ with potential for a personal book of business, in collaboration with the Founder to grow the team.

Qualifications

• 10–12+ years of New York divorce and family law litigation experience.
• Excellent courtroom, writing, and negotiation skills.
• High emotional intelligence, ethics, and professionalism.
• Excellent reputation in the NYC legal community.

Responsibilities

• Lead, manage and work on complex matrimonial and family law cases from start to finish.
• Provide hands-on mentorship and supervision to associates, clerks, and paralegals.
• Shape and oversee the firm’s litigation strategy, systems, and professional standards.
• Draft and argue motions, conduct depositions, handle hearings, trials, and appeals.
• Partner with the Founder on firm strategy, growth, and attorney development.
• Foster client relationships built on integrity, transparency, and trust.

Skills

Courtroom advocacy

Mentorship

Leadership

Ethics

Job description

Senior Divorce & Family Law Litigation Attorney

Location: NYC / Hybrid

Are you a seasoned New York matrimonial litigator who still loves the courtroom — and mentoring the next generation?

RLF Family Law, a boutique family law practice founded by Ksenia Rudyuk, is growing — and we’re looking for a Senior Divorce & Family Law Attorney who wants to help shape the future of our firm.

This is a rare opportunity to lead our legal department, guide a talented team, and make a positive impact on the New York legal community — all while practicing with integrity, compassion, and purpose.

• Hybrid flexibility
• Mentorship and leadership role
• Competitive, negotiable compensation (with arrangements for your own book of business) – $200,000+

If you’re ready to bring your experience, ethics, and vision to a firm that values excellence and humanity — we’d love to meet you.

Senior Divorce & Family Law Litigation Attorney (Mentorship-Opportunity | Hybrid)

New York, NY | Hybrid (In-office: 1 World Trade Center & Remote Flexibility) RLF Family Law.

About Us

Founded by Ksenia Rudyuk, RLF Family Law is a boutique New York City practice devoted exclusively to divorce and family law primarily in Manhattan and Brooklyn. We are known for our integrity, strategic advocacy, and compassion in complex, high-conflict, and high-net-worth matters.

As our firm continues to grow, we are seeking a senior attorney who shares our values — someone who will help us expand ethically, with compassion, integrity, and purpose, while making a positive impact in the New York legal and civil community. We are looking for an attorney who enjoys litigation and who could serve as a leader to the junior staff.

The Role

This is more than a senior attorney position — it’s an opportunity to shape a growing firm and take charge of its legal department.

You will be the first senior-level hire in this capacity, working directly with the Founder to build, mentor, and lead the firm’s litigation and family law team.

We’re looking for an accomplished Divorce & Family Law Litigator (10–12+ years of experience) who:

• Loves the practice of law and courtroom advocacy
• Finds fulfillment in mentoring, teaching, and developing others
• Wants to help design and elevate a firm’s legal culture and standards
• Desires to focus on practicing law, not operations

This role may be ideal for a solo practitioner ready to join a respected, resource-rich firm — without the day-to-day burden of running a business, or someone who is ready to leave Big Law but wants to remain a part of a Firm.

What You’ll Do

• Lead, manage and work on complex matrimonial and family law cases from start to finish
• Provide hands‑on mentorship and supervision to associates, clerks, and paralegals
• Shape and oversee the firm’s litigation strategy, systems, and professional standards
• Draft and argue motions, conduct depositions, handle hearings, trials, and appeals
• Partner with the Founder on firm strategy, growth, and attorney development
• Foster client relationships built on integrity, transparency, and trust

What We’re Looking For

• 10–12+ years of New York divorce and family law litigation experience
• Excellent courtroom, writing, and negotiation skills
• High emotional intelligence, ethics, and professionalism
• Excellent reputation in the NYC legal community

Compensation & Growth

• Billable hours requirement: reasonable, sustainable, and negotiable
• Salary: negotiable and open to discussion, starting at $200,000+
• The firm’s strong financial foundation allows for a competitive and rewarding compensation package, with room to grow in the years ahead.
• Attorneys who bring a book of business will receive tailored compensation arrangements, reflecting the value of their client relationships and contributions to the firm’s continued success.

Why Join Us

• Shape the Firm: play a defining role in building and leading the legal department
• Hybrid Flexibility: combine in-person collaboration with remote autonomy
• No Operational Stress: focus on law, not management and operational headaches
• Collaborative Culture: work closely with the Founder and a strong, supportive team
• Ethical, Purpose‑Driven Mission: help elevate family law practice in NY
• Long‑Term Stability: join a high‑performing firm with consistent growth and vision

From Our Founder

“We are building a firm grounded in excellence, empathy, and ethics. If you still love the art and purpose of lawyering — and want to help shape a firm, lead a team, and inspire others — I would love to hear from you.”
— Ksenia Rudyuk, Founder

All inquiries will be kept strictly confidential.

Ksenia handled my divorce case. She was always professional, responsive, and made sure to do her research to be fully prepared, whether to represent me in negotiation with the other party's attorney, or in court. She is also very knowledgeable and took great care to explain the process to me every ...

Ksenia handled my divorce case. She was always professional, responsive, and made sure to do her research to be fully prepared, whether to represent me in negotiation with the other party's attorney, or in court. She is also very knowledgeable and took great care to explain the process to me every ... M.K.

Working with Ksenia has made my divorce process easier then I expected. She helped me through rough time and helped me calm my fears through the whole process. Ksenia is a true professional that has not only have the experience but eagerness and ambition to win. It took Ksenia to win my case in four ...

Working with Ksenia has made my divorce process easier then I expected. She helped me through rough time and helped me calm my fears through the whole process. Ksenia is a true professional that has not only have the experience but eagerness and ambition to win. It took Ksenia to win my case in four ... V.Z.

I was incredibly grateful to have Ksenia as my Divorce Lawyer. She is extremely knowledgeable and experienced. I went through a lot of stress with my difficult divorce. Ksenia was my support, my shoulder during the whole process. She is one of the few honest lawyers for whom the client's money is ...