Matrimonial/Family Law Associate Attorney
Abrams Fensterman, LLP
White Plains, NY
Legal / Public / Security
Matrimonial/Family Law Attorney
Our legal team is committed to providing each client with quality counsel, innovative solutions, and personalized service. Founded in 2000, the firm offers the legal expertise of its 115+ attorneys, who bring decades of experience and problem-solving skills to every matter.
We are a vibrant, busy, and growing full-service law firm seeking an Associate Attorney with 5–10 years of matrimonial/family law experience to join our expanding Matrimonial Department.
Successful Candidate
The ideal candidate will be a self-starter with a strong work ethic and organizational skills. Strong oral and written communication skills are essential, as well as the ability to interact effectively with clients, court staff, adversaries, and witnesses. A genuine team player, the candidate should thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment.
Responsibilities Include
- Drafting pleadings, motions, depositions, and briefs.
- Appearing in New York courts (no out-of-state appearances required).
- Managing cases through all stages of litigation.
- Developing and executing cost-effective litigation strategies.
- Organizing and tracking case status, managing calendars, and handling client matters.
- Zealously representing clients in divorce, custody, child support, and related matters in Supreme Court, Family Court, and concurrent proceedings.
Knowledge of New York Supreme Court and Family Court procedures is required. Relevant experience may also include work in a family/divorce law clinic, or an internship/clerkship with Judges in the field.
What You Will Need
- Juris Doctor (J.D.) from an accredited law school
- Admission to the New York State Bar (required)
- Excellent legal writing and advocacy skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
- Ability to prioritize effectively and work under pressure
- A collaborative, client-focused mindset
- Proficiency in MS Office and Outlook
Compensation & Benefits
- Salary range: $140,000 – $200,000
- Benefits: Medical, Dental, 401(k)
Location: White Plains, NY
About the company
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Abrams Fensterman, LLP initially built its reputation for excellence through its representation of health care providers in all aspects of health law. Since our founding in 2000, we have expanded to support multiple areas of law, including real estate, commercial litigation, matrimonial and family law, trust and estates, transportation law and more. With our headquarters based in Lake Success, business owners, health care providers, insurance providers, families, developers, property owners, and more all trust Abrams Fensterman, LLP for their legal needs. When you partner with our firm, you instantly gain access to over 120 lawyers who are at the top of their respective fields.
Abrams Fensterman, LLP serves clients throughout New York State from offices in Long Island, Brooklyn, White Plains, Rochester, and Albany. Collectively, our legal team has decades of experience as leaders in their practice areas, often featuring in nationally-recognized publications and media, leading local and state bar associations, and serving communities as judges in local and state courts.
We stress delivering the best results for our clients all while providing concierge-level service and our hard work and dedication to each client’s success is apparent. The most skilled and knowledgeable attorneys are recruited, retained and then advanced within the firm. Clients receive top-notch legal representation and build long-term relationships with the firm’s attorneys.