Senior Associate Attorney

7 days ago

Rochester, New York, United States The Colwell Law Group Full time
Job Summary

The Colwell Law Group is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Associate Attorney to join our team of legal professionals. As a Senior Associate Attorney, you will play a key role in providing legal representation and support to clients navigating familial legal matters, including divorce, child custody, spousal support, adoption, and other family law issues.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct legal research and draft various legal documents, including petitions, motions, and settlement agreements, for family law and divorce cases.
  • Represent clients in court proceedings, including hearings and trials, advocating for their interests in family law and divorce matters.
  • Engage in client counseling, offering guidance on legal rights, responsibilities, and potential outcomes related to family law and divorce.
  • Manage a caseload of family law and divorce cases, maintaining communication with clients regarding case updates and developments.
  • Participate in negotiation sessions to reach settlements outside of court and engage in alternative dispute resolution methods like mediation.
  • Collaborate with the Regional Managing Attorney, contributing to a supportive work environment and mentoring a team of legal professionals.
  • Travel to courts and proceedings throughout central New York State, with some travel to Albany and Saratoga Springs, NY locations as required.
  • Achieve the billable hour requirement set by the firm and work closely with the billing department to ensure accurate client billing.
Requirements
  • 5+ years of family or matrimonial law experience and/or general litigation experience is preferred.
  • Applicants must hold a membership in good standing with the New York State Bar, and memberships in other state bars are considered advantageous.
  • Prior experience in private law firms, corporate, or government settings is desirable.
  • Proficiency in managing a range of sensitive legal matters such as divorce, child custody, domestic violence, and matrimonial disputes is a crucial requirement.
  • A deep understanding of the New York Family Court Act and Domestic Relations Law is necessary.
  • Candidates should exhibit excellent writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
  • Strong organizational skills, follow-through, and flexibility in handling changing priorities and deadlines are expected.
  • A positive collaborative attitude is essential for effective teamwork.
  • The ability to resolve interpersonal conflicts and support employee growth goals is crucial for this role.
  • Candidates should be able to advocate effectively in court and office settings, managing high-stress litigation matters with composure.
  • Maintaining empathy, humility, patience, and professionalism in interactions with colleagues and clients from diverse backgrounds is vital for success in this position.
Benefits
  • Competitive salary and incentive plan.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with matching.
  • Health, dental, vision/Rx, pet, and life insurance policy options.
  • Paid time off, 7 personal days, and 7 paid holidays.
  • Open-door leadership philosophy.
  • Professional, diverse, inclusive, respectful, and friendly workplace environment.

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