Family Law Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

An established family law firm in Islip, NY is seeking an Associate Attorney to join its growing team. The firm handles a broad range of family law matters, including divorce, custody, support, and family offense proceedings, and is looking for someone who is confident, personable, and motivated to grow as a litigator. Candidates must have direct family law experience or exposure to the practice area in order to be considered for this opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Draft pleadings, motions, affidavits, stipulations, and discovery demands/responses
• Appear in court for conferences, motions, hearings, and related proceedings
• Participate in client consultations, intake meetings, and case strategy discussions
• Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and court personnel professionally and effectively
• Manage multiple active litigation matters while maintaining organized digital files
• Assist clients through emotionally sensitive and high-conflict family law matters
• Work collaboratively with the legal team while taking ownership of assigned files

Qualifications

• 1+ years of family law or litigation experience required
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment and interested in courtroom advocacy
• Strong writing, communication, and organizational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively
• Professional, assertive, and client-focused demeanor
• Calm under pressure and comfortable handling conflict professionally

Technical Skills

• Microsoft Word and Excel
• PDF editing software
• Electronic filing systems
• Digital document management platforms
• Slack and other communication tools
• AI tools such as Claude and similar technology resources

The Ideal Candidate

• Builds rapport quickly and communicates confidently with clients
• Understands the emotional nature of family law matters
• Is proactive, organized, and responsive
• Thrives in a litigation-focused environment
• Can handle difficult situations professionally and calmly
• Takes initiative and problem-solves independently
• Is eager to gain courtroom experience and continue developing as an attorney

What the Firm Offers

• Friendly and supportive work environment
• Strong work-life balance
• Generous PTO and paid holidays annually
• Reasonable billable hour expectations
• Hands-on courtroom and litigation experience
• Opportunity for long-term professional growth
• Collaborative, client-centered culture

Apply today to learn more about this opportunity or feel free to reach out to View email address on ziprecruiter.com with any questions!