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Reuben Alan LLC

Premier family law firm with offices in NY seeks an assertive attorney experienced in handling the multi-faceted area of family law cases looking for a future. This is a great opportunity to join an expanding law firm. The firm is searching for an attorney with a positive attitude and proactive work ethic to join with us and achieve greater success together.Candidates must have at least 5+ years of experience in family law and bring valuable courtroom experience and confident client rapport. Your experience should encompass allocation of parental responsibilities, and all other family law related matters including paternity, grandparents' rights, adoption, drafting pre- and post-marital agreements, dissolutions, post decree modifications and orders of protection. Excellent salary commensurate with experience. Great work atmosphere and benefits package plus bonuses. Applicant&rsquo;s inquiries are confidential.Job Type: Full-timePay: $145,000.00 - $210,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Legal Drafting: 3 years (Preferred)</li><li>Legal Research: 5 years (Preferred)</li></ul>Work Location: Hybrid remote in New York, NY 10017

Experienced Matrimonial/ Family Law Attorney

Catholic Charities

<div>Description 
 
Summary: The Staff Attorney works in a large and diverse legal department, reporting to a Supervising Attorney. The Staff Attorney will provide services for New York City residents, with a focus on services for unaccompanied children and other youth. These services will include: (1) direct representation of clients in removal proceedings; (2) legal consultations and in-depth evaluation of cases for representation; (3) participation in large-scale legal clinics; and (4) information and pro se services for unrepresented respondents. Representation will occur before the Executive Office for Immigration Review&rsquo;s NYC immigration courts (EOIR), the Board of Immigration Appeals (BIA), United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and NYC family Courts. This is a grant-funded position, and continued employment will depend on future funding. 
 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. 
1. Conduct initial consultations and perform in-depth evaluation of eligibility for immigration benefits and/or relief from removal. Provide accurate and thorough legal advice and Know Your Rights information to potential clients. 
2. Independently manage a full caseload, under Supervising Attorney supervision. Provide direct representation to clients before USCIS and EOIR in cases including but not limited to Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), asylum, and U and T visas. Other cases might also include VAWA, TPS, family-based petitions, adjustment of status, inadmissibility waivers, cancellation of removal, and requests for prosecutorial discretion. Represent clients in New York State courts to obtain orders necessary for SIJS. 
3. Comply with all program reporting and record-keeping requirements, which include but are not limited to maintaining an up-to-date dashboard of assigned cases, regularly updated and through case notes, accurate and updated electronic and paper case files, and timely reporting to partners and stakeholders. 
4. Prepare written case evaluation memos and consult with supervising attorney and managing attorney as needed to determine legal theory and case strategy for all cases accepted for representation. Ensure thorough, written planning for case management and timeline, and adjust as needed. 
5. Maintain strong working relationships with partners and stakeholders, including funders; state and local social and legal service providers; and USCIS, EOIR, and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). 
6. Supervise substantive work of paralegals (migration counselors) on legal cases and consultations. 
7. Train, mentor and supervise legal interns, legal fellows, and volunteers for work on individual cases, presentations, legal screenings, and related work. Provide in-house and external trainings and presentations, including CLEs , as directed. Engage in and lead outreach presentations. 
 
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work 
The position requires a willingness to travel to all five boroughs. Days and hours of work are generally 9:00AM to 5 PM Monday - Friday. Additional evening and weekend hours may be required to meet court and/or program deadlines or client needs. 
 
Qualifications: 
Education, experience, and licenses: 
1. Juris Doctor required. 
2. Admission to the NY Bar is required. 
3. At least one year of experience in family and/or immigration law, including clinical or pro bono experience, strongly preferred. 
 
Skills and/or competencies: 
1. Spanish language proficiency strongly preferred. 
2. Excellent writing, research, and analytical skills. Strong attention to detail. 
3. Excellent interpersonal skills, maturity, and an ability to work both independently and in a highly collaborative team environment. Experience working with paralegals or other support staff. 
4. Excellent organizational, project management, and time management skills. 
5. Demonstrated knowledge of trauma-informed, client-centered, and culturally and linguistically responsive services and principles. 
6. Demonstrated commitment to public interest law, particularly to children&rsquo;s issues and/or immigration. 
7. Ability to work and communicate effectively and sensitively in a diverse and multicultural environment. 
8. Ability to travel throughout the five boroughs and the Archdiocese 
 
Catholic Charities and Catholic Charities Community Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristics protected by law.</div>

Staff Attorney

Hannon De Palma LLC

<div>Our law firm is seeking a divorce attorney who can assist clients in navigating the divorce process. 
This role can be worked remotely in New York. 
 
What we offer you:<ul><li>
Competitive pay &amp; bonuses.</li><li>
Flexibility in your work schedule.</li><li>
Remote working environment.</li><li>
Keep your existing practice.</li><li>
We do all marketing, sales, and billing so you can focus on what you do best!</li></ul> 
Jobseekers should be equally familiar with divorce, alimony, child support, and division of assets/debts, and be able to effectively engage in oral debate and negotiation even in highly stressful and emotional situations. If you are driven by an opportunity to help people during one of the toughest times in their lives and have a proven track record of success, apply now.
Compensation:
$125 - $200 hourly
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Maintain client files to ensure they are properly organized and up to date</li>
<li>Work closely with paralegals and senior partners to ensure swift action through the civil litigation process</li>
<li>Divide marital assets, including real estate, when necessary during divorce proceedings</li>
<li>Ensure clients are effectively represented at court hearings as needed</li>
<li>Help solve legal problems for clients through analyzing the situation, understanding their needs, and creating a strategic plan of action</li>
</ul>Qualifications:<ul><li>
Must have worked on family law issues for at least 1-2 years; handling of real estate also required
</li><li>Proven record of success in advocating for plaintiffs and defendants
</li><li>Active member of the ABA (American Bar Association)</li>
<li>Extra consideration for those with a criminal justice background</li>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree with a legal background and J.D. degree are required</li>
</ul>About Company 
Hannon De Palma LLC is a full-service litigation and mediation firm. We are 100% virtual and currently have legal teams in New York, New Jersey, and Boston, with expansion plans across the country.</div>

Divorce Attorney

Simmons & Hanbury

<div>
 
 Simmons and Hanbury are pleased to be partnering with a family office in their search for a legal counsel to join their team in New York City.
 
 
 
 
 
 Responsibilities will include working across credit agreements, security agreements and providing advice across investment related transactions across the private equity, bonds, distressed and special situations credit space.
 
 
 
 
 
 Candidates must have a minimum of five years of experience across structuring and negotiating transactional documentation across asset classes. Candidates must come from a top-tier law firm or within financial services. Please reach out at libby.cloete@simmonsandhanbury.com for more information.
 
</div>

Legal Counsel - Family Office

Withersworldwide

<div><div><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Type</h3>
Permanent - Full Time
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Location</h3>
New York
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader">Job Role</h3>
Dispute Resolution - Family 
</div><div> 
Family Law Overview
The global Family Law team has been independently rated as a market leader in Tier 1 categories of Chambers and Partners and Legal 500 for many years. The department advises on all areas of family law, with a particular focus on the financial issues that arise when relationships are formalized or break down. Much of the work involves the negotiation and settlement of complex financial cases, often with an international perspective and further complicated by tax or trust issues.
The family law team is supported by in-house experts in other areas of the firm including Private Client &amp; Tax, Trust Litigation, Corporate and Employment. They provide detailed advice at short notice for clients who are looking for the best location to file proceedings.
Another area of special interest is the resolution of disputes over children, including issues of custody, access, and the problems that may arise when one parent wishes to move and/or live abroad with the children. In addition, advice is given to trustees on the ramifications of a family member's marriage or separation. The global team has a very strong pre-nuptials practice, often with international elements.
The Role
This role will sit in our New York office.
Candidates should have a minimum of 3 to 5 years' experience practicing law in a law firm family law group and should have experience in giving advice on all areas of family law.
<ul><li>Handle both contentious and non-contentious family law matters for a diverse client base;</li><li>
Manage divorce cases involving complex financial disputes, property division, and spousal support;</li><li>
Draft, review, and negotiate marital agreements, including prenuptial, postnuptial, and cohabitation agreements;</li><li>
Represent clients in child custody and visitation matters, including paternity disputes;
</li><li>Provide comprehensive advice across all areas of family law;</li><li>
Advise on child support, adoption, guardianship, and parental rights issues;
</li><li>Navigate international family law matters, including cross-border custody and asset division;</li><li>
Prepare and file court pleadings, motions, and other legal documents; and</li><li>
Conduct legal research and stay updated on changes in family law legislation and case law.</li><li>
Contribute to the team's profile and undertaking 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.</li></ul>
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<ul><li>
Strong academic credentials;</li><li>
Between 3 &ndash; 5 years of experience practicing in a law firm's family law group;</li><li>
New York Bar membership (in good standing) required;</li><li>
Able to work as an integrated member of the family team, with a goal of strengthening and expanding the reputation of the family department;</li><li>
Excellent drafting, writing, research and communication skills;</li><li>
Strong project management with an ability to balance a large number of competing priorities;</li><li>
In-depth analytical ability and intellectual curiosity;</li><li>
Attention to detail; and</li><li>
Team Player</li><li>
Salary based on experience: $205,000 - $260,000</li></ul>
The Dispute Resolution Practice
Withers has defended the interests of successful individuals, businesses and brands for many years, pursuing matters swiftly and robustly where necessary. With over 180 lawyers across Europe, Asia Pacific, the US and the Caribbean, we have an established international dispute resolution practice acting in complex country-specific and multi-jurisdictional cases, which is well known, among other areas, in the art, sport, fashion, luxury assets and natural resources sectors.
We represent a range of domestic and international clients &ndash; from high-net-worth individuals and their families to corporate entities and governments &ndash; on an array of personal, professional and business disputes, and we are recognised globally for our experience in complex, cross border litigation. Our practice areas include commercial litigation, contract disputes, asset recovery and enforcement, board and shareholder disputes, insolvency, fraud, international arbitration, public international law, tax controversy, media and reputation management, employment and regulatory, divorce and family, trusts and succession, white collar investigations, and professional negligence. With a disputes portfolio valued at $14 billion, we have also pioneered the use of arbitration and mediation in commercial, family and, more recently, trust disputes.
About Withers
Where global collaboration achieves exceptional results.
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A law firm focused on people and collaboration.
For the past 125 years, Withers has supported some of the world&rsquo;s most remarkable people and organizations at defining moments in their lives.
We are the only international law firm focused on successful individuals and private capital, working closely with founders, investors and family offices. We also advise governments, charities, global brands and start-ups of all shapes and sizes.
Many of our clients are shaping the future and creating solutions to tackle many of the world&rsquo;s problems. It makes for a fascinating and challenging practice.
Our role is to get to know each individual client, find out where they want to be, and help them to get there &ndash; whether they are building a business, buying a home or protecting and defending their interests.
To meet their unique needs we are exceptionally collaborative, working together across teams and time zones. And we are agile &ndash; focusing on strategy rather than rigid ideas and traditional hierarchy.
Join us to be part of a team that is always looking to the future. Where initiative, big ideas and bold moves are always encouraged. Where you can truly be yourself.
We are delighted to announce that we have been awarded Mansfield Certification Plus in relation to our recruitment and leadership progression efforts in the US and UK. This certification is an encouraging milestone as we continue to champion diversity within our organization and in the wider legal sector.
For more information on Withers, please visit the following links: General Career Site, LinkedIn, About Us
Equal Opportunities Employment Statement
The firm is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Equal employment opportunity has been and will continue to be a fundamental principle at the firm. Employment at the firm is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. The firm prohibits and will not tolerate any discrimination or harassment on the basis of any of these classifications or characteristics.
If you are interested in applying for employment and need special assistance or an accommodation to use our website to apply for a position, please contact the firm at (203) 789-1320 or email us.recruiting@withersworldwide.com with your request. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation are made on a case-by-case basis.</div></div></div>

Family Law Associate

<div>
 
 
 LHH
 
 is partnering with the Managing Partners of a busy and growing, well-respected Plaintiff's firm in
 
 New York City.
 
 The role will focus mostly on
 
 personal injury
 
 work, with real estate matters and family law matters as well.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Location:
 
 New York, NY (Onsite)
 
 
 
 Employment type:
 
 Full-time, Direct Hire
 
 
 
 Experience:
 
 3+ years (must have some plaintiff's side litigation experience)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 About the role:
 
 
 
 A small, growth‑minded NYC litigation boutique is seeking a midlevel associate to help drive a
 
 plaintiff‑side personal injury
 
 docket while pitching in on a
 
 diverse mix of matters
 
 (including some
 
 real estate litigation
 
 and
 
 family law
 
 ). You&rsquo;ll get hands‑on responsibility, direct client contact, and meaningful courtroom experience in a team‑oriented, supportive environment.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 What you&rsquo;ll do:
 
 
 <ul>
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 Manage plaintiff PI matters from intake through resolution: discovery, motion practice, depositions, and court appearances.
 </li>
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 Draft high‑quality motions/briefs and case strategy memos; prepare for hearings and settlement negotiations.
 </li>
 <li>
 Collaborate closely with partners and paralegals; pitch in on related real estate litigation and family law work (training provided as needed).
 </li>
 <li>
 Own your matters, communicate proactively with clients, and contribute to a positive, collaborative culture.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 What we&rsquo;re looking for
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 3+ years of litigation experience with
 
 plaintiff PI
 
 exposure strongly preferred; a
 
 mixed plaintiff/defense
 
 background is welcome, but plaintiff's experience is required.
 </li>
 <li>
 Strong writing advocacy (motions/briefs) and comfort in court.
 </li>
 <li>
 Team-first mindset, accountability, and a desire to grow in a small‑firm setting.
 </li>
 <li>
 
 Work arrangement:
 
 In‑office (NYC). Limited hybrid flexibility may be considered over time based on performance.
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 Compensation
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 
 Base salary:
 
 
 $150,000&ndash;$175,000
 
 (DOE)
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 
 
 
 
 How to apply
 
 
 
 Please submit your
 
 resume
 
 directly here.
 
 
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 Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
 
 
 
 
 To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
 
 
 
 
 The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
 
 
 
 <ul>
 <li>
 The California Fair Chance Act
 </li>
 <li>
 Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
 </li>
 <li>
 Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
 </li>
 <li>
 San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
 </li>
 </ul>
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Litigation Associate Attorney

Lord Gurman & Lewis LLC

We have been retained by a well-established, prestigious matrimonial boutique law firm that seeks to hire a well-credentialed litigation associate for a role focused on high-net-worth matrimonial matters. The firm counsels high-net-worth clients on complex and high-stakes disputes.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Complex financial litigation including asset valuation and accounting issues</li><li>Custody litigation from discovery through trial</li><li>Document discovery, legal research, and motion drafting</li><li>Preparation for testimony at depositions and trials</li><li>Analysis of expert reports and financial issues</li><li>Drafting of nuptial and settlement agreements</li></ul>What the Firm Seeks:<ul><li>About two to six years of litigation experience</li><li>Strong academic credentials</li><li>New York bar admission</li></ul>What the Firm Offers:<ul><li>Base salary of $200,000-$225,000, plus discretionary bonus</li><li>Annual billable hours expectation of eighteen hundred</li><li>Full-time in-office work environment preferred</li><li>Sophisticated clientele and complex, high-stakes matters</li></ul>For immediate consideration, email your resume to Andrew Gurman at andrew@mlordc.com.Job Type: Full-timePay: $200,000.00 - $225,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Health savings account</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Boutique Matrimonial Associate—NYC

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