Matrimonial & Supreme Court Litigation Associate Attorney

Matrimonial & Supreme Court Litigation Associate Attorney

New York, NY (On-Site) | Full-Time

Salary Range: $140,000 – $160,000

Estate Law New York is seeking a motivated Associate Attorney to join our New York City office with a primary focus on Matrimonial and Supreme Court Litigation . This role is ideal for an attorney with 3–4 years of matrimonial litigation experience , strong courtroom exposure, and the ability to independently manage active Supreme Court matrimonial matters.

Responsibilities

• Handle contested and uncontested matrimonial and divorce matters
• Draft and review pleadings, motions, stipulations, settlement agreements, and other legal documents
• Manage Supreme Court matrimonial litigation from commencement through resolution
• Appear regularly in New York Supreme Court for conferences, hearings, motions, and other court appearances
• Conduct client consultations and provide strategic legal advice regarding matrimonial matters
• Handle issues involving equitable distribution, maintenance, and other matrimonial financial matters
• Conduct discovery, including reviewing financial documents and preparing and responding to discovery demands
• Negotiate settlements and participate in settlement conferences and mediation
• Conduct legal research and prepare motions, memoranda, and other litigation documents
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and the Court
• Maintain organized case files and ensure all court deadlines and filing requirements are met
• Independently manage a caseload while keeping matters progressing efficiently

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
• Active New York State Bar license required
• 3–4 years of matrimonial and Supreme Court litigation experience
• Strong courtroom presence and litigation skills
• Experience independently handling Supreme Court appearances
• Demonstrated experience handling matrimonial matters from commencement through resolution
• Strong legal research, writing, negotiation, and advocacy skills
• Excellent organizational and case-management abilities
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple active litigation matters and meet strict court deadlines