Family & Matrimonial Associate Attorney

Job Description

Job Description

Pay: $130,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Step into a meaningful litigation role where you can take ownership of family and matrimonial matters from start to finish.
• Gain substantial courtroom exposure with regular New York court appearances and opportunities to strengthen your advocacy skills.
• Work directly with clients and opposing counsel while developing practical case strategy and negotiation skills.
• Join a growing legal team where your experience and judgment will have a direct impact on clients and case outcomes.
• Enjoy hybrid flexibility after joining the team while maintaining the in-person courtroom presence this role requires.

Location:

Albany, NY — Hybrid flexibility is available after hiring, with required in-person court appearances throughout the assigned Upstate New York area.

Note:

Must have an active New York State Bar license, 2+ years of family law and matrimonial/divorce litigation experience, and hands-on New York court experience with the ability to make independent in-person court appearances.

About Us

We are a growing legal practice focused on providing thoughtful, high-quality representation across a range of personal and business legal matters. Our team values strong advocacy, responsive client service, practical legal strategy, and attorneys who take genuine ownership of their work. Confidential Employer.

Job Description

• Independently manage family law and matrimonial/divorce litigation matters from commencement through resolution.
• Make regular in-person appearances in New York courts for conferences, hearings, motions, compliance conferences, and other proceedings.
• Represent clients in matters involving divorce, equitable distribution, maintenance, child support, custody, and related family law issues.
• Draft pleadings, motions, orders, stipulations, settlement agreements, and other legal documents.
• Handle discovery, including financial discovery and document review.
• Conduct legal research and prepare motions, memoranda, and litigation strategy.
• Negotiate settlements and participate in settlement conferences and mediations.
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and the Court.
• Develop case strategy and provide clear, practical legal advice to clients.
• Manage deadlines, filings, appearances, and an active caseload efficiently.
• Travel to assigned courts throughout the Albany and broader Upstate New York region as needed.

Qualifications

• J.D. from an accredited law school.
• Active New York State Bar admission.
• 2+ years of family law and matrimonial/divorce litigation experience.
• Hands-on New York court experience, including independent court appearances.
• Strong legal writing, research, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to independently manage multiple active matters.
• Excellent client communication and case-management skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel for required court appearances.

Why You Will Love Working Here

You will have the opportunity to build meaningful courtroom experience, take real ownership of your cases, and work directly with clients rather than being limited to behind-the-scenes research or document work. We value attorneys who are proactive, organized, and committed to excellent client service, and we provide the flexibility to work remotely when you are not required to be in court.

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Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance