Family Law Attorney

Matrimonial & Family Law Associate/Counsel Candidates should have a minimum of 7 to 9 years of experience practicing law in a law firm matrimonial and family law group and should have experience in giving advice on all areas of matrimonial and family law. Handle both contentious and non-contentious matrimonial and family law matters for a diverse client base; Manage divorce cases involving complex financial disputes, property division, and spousal support; Draft, review, and negotiate marital agreements, including prenuptial, postnuptial, and cohabitation agreements; Represent clients in child custody and visitation matters, including paternity disputes; Provide comprehensive advice across all areas of matrimonial and family law; Advise on child support, guardianship, and parental rights issues; Navigate international family law matters, including cross-border custody and asset division; Prepare and file court pleadings, motions, and other legal documents; Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in family law legislation and case law; Contribute to the team's profile and undertake business development activities to establish, develop, and maintain long-term relationships, including writing articles/posts, attending events/conferences, and building networks with private wealth contacts/intermediaries, including global and peer firms and counsel. This list of duties and responsibilities is not exhaustive. It is intended to describe the general content of, and requirements for the performance of, this job, and as such the role may also include the undertaking of additional tasks as required. Key Skills and Experience Between 7–9 years of experience practicing in a law firm's matrimonial and family law group; Strong academic credentials; Trial experience, including first-chair experience, and the ability to conduct trials independently; Experience taking and defending depositions; Ability to independently run and manage a case from inception to conclusion; Able to work as an integrated member of the matrimonial and family law team, with a goal of strengthening and expanding the reputation of the department; Excellent drafting, writing, research, and communication skills; Strong project management with an ability to balance a large number of competing priorities; In-depth analytical ability and intellectual curiosity; #J-18808-Ljbffr