Senior Associate Attorney - Family Law

Practice Area: Family and Matrimonial Law

Our client, a well‑established family law firm, is seeking a Senior Associate Attorney to join their team. The ideal candidate will have significant experience representing clients in complex family and matrimonial matters, including divorce, custody, alimony/spousal support, child support, and related proceedings.

This role requires a compassionate yet assertive advocate who can navigate emotionally charged situations with professionalism, composure, and exceptional communication skills.

Office Locations: Albany, Buffalo, Syracuse, and Rochester. Candidates must be based in or near one of these markets and be able to travel within the Upstate New York region
, including Elizabethtown and Plattsburgh
, as business needs require.

• Represent clients in a variety of family law matters, including prenuptial/postnuptial/cohabitation agreements, divorce, custody, and support proceedings.
• Conduct investigations, discovery, negotiations, motion advocacy, and trials.
• Develop and execute legal strategies to achieve optimal outcomes for clients.
• Serve as the primary client contact, providing clear communication and sound legal advice throughout the process.
• Draft and review legal documents including pleadings, motions, marital settlement agreements, and judgments.
• Oversee and mentor associates and paralegals, fostering professional growth and maintaining high performance standards.
• Utilize firm resources effectively to ensure timely, accurate, and efficient case management.
• Remain current on all family and matrimonial law developments and CLE requirements.
• Maintain accurate time entries and case documentation.

• Admission to the New York State Bar and in good standing.
• Minimum of 5 years of family law experience
  , including no fewer than 10 trials
  .
• Certified Divorce Specialist™ or willingness to obtain certification.
• Completion (or willingness to complete)
  30 hours of basic mediation training or 15 hours of Collaborative Divorce training
  .
• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and courtroom skills.
• Strong communication and client relationship abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Westlaw/Lexis Nexis, and Google Workspace; familiarity with CLIO Grow, CLIO Manage, and Family Law Software preferred.

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a respected family law practice, make a meaningful impact on clients’ lives, and grow within a supportive, high‑performing legal team.